The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Ulm
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €60
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €99
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 8 h 21 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 8 h 37 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 11
- Distance
- 681 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Ulm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Ulm will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Ulm without transferring at least once.
RJX 68 · ICE 6183:30 PM 9h44 Budapest Keleti 1:14 AM Ulm Hbf €60 1 One-way 1 transfer
R 4626 · RJX 68 · ICE 6183:40 PM 9h34 Budapest-Deli 1:14 AM Ulm Hbf €60 1 One-way 2 transfers
RJX 66 · ICE 10601:30 PM 9h30 Budapest Keleti 11:00 PM Ulm Hbf €70 1 One-way 1 transfer
R 4644 · RJX 66 · ICE 10601:40 PM 9h20 Budapest-Deli 11:00 PM Ulm Hbf €70 1 One-way 2 transfers
R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 11410:40 AM 8h51 Budapest-Deli 7:31 PM Ulm Hbf €80 1 One-way 4 transfers
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1168:40 AM 8h21 Budapest-Deli 5:01 PM Ulm Hbf €120 1 One-way 3 transfers
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1168:30 AM 8h31 Budapest Keleti 5:01 PM Ulm Hbf €120 1 One-way 2 transfers
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 2669:40 AM 8h37 Budapest-Deli 6:17 PM Ulm Hbf €140 1 One-way 2 transfers
RJX 62 · ICE 2669:30 AM 8h47 Budapest Keleti 6:17 PM Ulm Hbf €140 1 One-way 1 transfer
RJX 64 · ICE 56011:30 AM 8h47 Budapest Keleti 8:17 PM Ulm Hbf €140 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Ulm
Trains from Budapest to Ulm run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 681 km distance in 7h 49m.
Distance 681 km |
Average train duration 8h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 49m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Budapest to Ulm train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Ulm trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 8h31 | 5:01 PM Ulm Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 140+ RJX19976+ ICE 116 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 8h31 | 5:01 PM Ulm Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 140+ IC 642+ RJX 62+ ICE 266 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 9h47 | 6:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | On time 8:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 8h26 | 5:01 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 62 · ICE 266 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 8h47 | 6:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62+ ICE 266 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 8h47 | 6:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62+ IC 644+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 10h01 | 7:31 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 852 · RJX 62 · ICE 266 | On time 9:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 8h42 | 6:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114 · ICE 910 | On time 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 9h01 | 7:31 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 142+ RJX19956+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | On time 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 9h01 | 7:31 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 142+ IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 560 | On time 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 9h47 | 8:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 864 · EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114 | On time 10:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 8h56 | 7:31 PM Ulm Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 864 · EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114 | On time 10:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 8h56 | 7:31 PM Ulm Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJX 64 · ICE 560 | On time 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 8h47 | 8:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 64+ ICE 560 | On time 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 8h47 | 8:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 64+ ICE 1212 · ICE 990 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 10h28 | 9:58 PM Ulm Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 144+ RJX 168+ ICE 1212 · ICE 990 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 9h28 | 9:58 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 144+ IC 740+ RJX 66+ ICE 1060 | On time 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 10h30 | 11:00 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 144+ RJX 168+ ICE 1212 · ICE 990 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 9h28 | 9:58 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 144+ IC 740+ RJX 66+ ICE 1060 | On time 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 10h30 | 11:00 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 66 · ICE 1060 | On time 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 9h30 | 11:00 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 66+ ICE 1060 | On time 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 9h30 | 11:00 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 854 · RJX 66 · ICE 1060 | On time 1:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 9h25 | 11:00 PM Ulm Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 146+ RJX19970+ RJ 110+ ICE 698 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 9h38 | 11:58 PM Ulm Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 146+ RJX19970+ RJ 110+ ICE 698 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 9h03 | 11:58 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 146+ RJX19970+ RJ 110+ ICE 698 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 9h03 | 11:58 PM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 68 · ICE 618 | On time 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 9h44 | 1:14 AM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 68+ ICE 618 | On time 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 9h44 | 1:14 AM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 204 · RJX 68 · ICE 618 | On time 3:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 9h39 | 1:14 AM Ulm Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 148+ RJX19972 · RE5+ ICE 1014 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 12h51 | 5:21 AM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014+ 79404 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 12h51 | 5:21 AM Ulm Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014 | 4:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 12h46 | 5:21 AM Ulm Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EN 50462 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 11h07 | 7:37 AM Ulm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ER 62 · RJX 368+ EC 212+ ICE 918 | 9:56 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 13h35 | 11:31 AM Ulm Hbf | 6 transfers | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 9:56 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 14h21 | 12:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 5 transfers | |
ER 62 · RJX 260+ R 9318 · R 9468 | 9:56 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 14h21 | 12:17 PM Ulm Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Nightjet
EuroNight
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Ulm
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FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Ulm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Ulm by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ulm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Ulm
Most Budapest to Ulm trains use the Budapest Keleti to Ulm Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Ulm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Ulm leave from?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Which Ulm station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Ulm Hbf from Ulm city centre
Ulm Hbf train station facilities and services
Ulm Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Schmizz, Blauflesch, Wilder Mann, Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Hbf. ATMs are available at Ulm Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Hbf. Information desks are available at Ulm Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ulm Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ulm Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Bäumle, InterCityHotel Ulm, Lehrertal Garni.
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