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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Ulm
Cheapest price on Sep 07
€122
Average ticket price on Sep 07
€125
Fastest journey on Sep 07
3 h 22 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
3 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 07
5
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Ulm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Ulm will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €122.
On Mon, Sep 07, we found 5 trains from Düsseldorf to Ulm, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 07 the direct trains cover the 390 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 2179:32 AM4h37Düsseldorf Hbf2:09 PMUlm Hbf€1221One-way0 transfers- ICE 621 · ICE 5159:20 AM3h53Düsseldorf Hbf1:13 PMUlm Hbf€1221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 103 · ICE 5938:24 AM3h36Düsseldorf Hbf12:00 PMUlm Hbf€1221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 9159:04 AM3h22Düsseldorf Hbf12:26 PMUlm Hbf€1221One-way0 transfers
- ICE 217 · 19223 · 160579:32 AM4h19Düsseldorf Hbf1:51 PMUlm Hbf€1351One-way2 transfers
- ICE 9159:04 AM3h22Düsseldorf Hbf12:26 PMUlm Hbf€1221One-way0 transfers
- ICE 103 · ICE 5938:24 AM3h36Düsseldorf Hbf12:00 PMUlm Hbf€1221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 621 · ICE 5159:20 AM3h53Düsseldorf Hbf1:13 PMUlm Hbf€1221One-way1 transfer
- ICE 217 · 19223 · 160579:32 AM4h19Düsseldorf Hbf1:51 PMUlm Hbf€1351One-way2 transfers
- ICE 2179:32 AM4h37Düsseldorf Hbf2:09 PMUlm Hbf€1221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Ulm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, while a flight costs an average of €108.
Distance: 390 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€56 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price | €72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Ulm:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Ulm costing on average €56.
A bus is €76 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Ulm costing on average €108.
Other travel options to Ulm take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 53m.
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Ulm train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Ulm trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 103 · ICE 593 | On time 8:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h36 | 12:00 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 915 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h22 | 12:26 PM Ulm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 621 · ICE 515 | On time 9:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h53 | 1:13 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 217 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h37 | 2:09 PM Ulm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 217 · 19223 · 16057 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h19 | 1:51 PM Ulm Hbf | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Ulm
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Ulm run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 390 km distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 390 km |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Ulm trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Ulm from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Ulm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Ulm
Most Düsseldorf to Ulm trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Ulm Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Ulm Ost. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Ulm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Ulm leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Which Ulm station do trains from Düsseldorf 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.
Getting to Ulm Ost from Ulm city centre
Ulm Ost train station facilities and services
Ulm Ost 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: Bodhi, Schwarze Henne, Café Schmizz, Kornhäusle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Ost. ATMs are available at Ulm Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Ost. Information desks are available at Ulm Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ulm Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ulm Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Hotel Comfor, Bäumle, Stern.
Most popular train connections from Düsseldorf
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