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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a train costs an average of £81.
Distance: 250 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£81 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Bern to Ulm, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Ulm:
A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Ulm costing on average £81.
Other travel options to Ulm take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 21m.
Tickets start at around £81 compared to roughly £86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 4h 19m versus 3h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Ulm from Bern by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bern to Ulm is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Ulm are Stuttgart, Munich, Augsburg, Memmingen and Nuremberg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Ulm on Omio.
Stuttgart is known for its car-making heritage, vineyard-covered hills and spacious parks. It mixes major museums and elegant squares with a strong cultural life and a distinctly Swabian character.
Munich is Bavaria’s capital, known for historic squares, beer halls and strong museum collections. Around Marienplatz and the Residenz, it feels elegant and traditional, while districts like Schwabing give it a more relaxed edge.
Augsburg is known for its Roman origins, Renaissance centre and the Fugger family’s influence. Canals, water towers and the Fuggerei give the city a historic feel shaped by Swabian culture.
Memmingen is a Bavarian town known for its well-preserved old centre and colourful historic buildings. It has a relaxed Swabian character and is especially associated with Fishermen’s Day and access to the Allgäu.
Nuremberg is a Franconian city known for its walled Old Town, imperial castle and the legacy of the Nuremberg Trials. Medieval streets, robust local food and respected museums give it a character that feels historic yet lived-in.
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This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Ulm:
A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Ulm costing on average £81.
Other travel options to Ulm take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 21m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bern and Ulm as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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