The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ulm Hbf for Frankfurt am Main Airport on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 210 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 16 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €98.
Distance: 210 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€56 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:46 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h05 | 9:51 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:01 AM Ulm Hbf | 2h06 | 10:07 AM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:19 PM Ulm Hbf | 2h16 | 4:35 PM Frankfurt am Main Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
Distance 210 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 05:58 |
Last train 13:15 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) trains will get you between Ulm Hbf and Frankfurt am Main Airport from €16. 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.
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
FAQs: Trains from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Café Schmizz
- Blauflesch
- Wilder Mann
- Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
- Hotel Neuthor
- Bäumle
- InterCityHotel Ulm
- Lehrertal Garni
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