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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulm to Bamberg
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
179 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Bamberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Bamberg will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Ulm for Bamberg on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.
04:32AM3h08
Ulm07:40AMBamberg
€441One-way
0 transfers
06:04AM2h55
Ulm08:59AMBamberg
€461One-way
0 transfers
06:04AM2h55
Ulm08:59AMBamberg
€461One-way
0 transfers
04:32AM3h08
Ulm07:40AMBamberg
€441One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ulm to Bamberg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Bamberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 179 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€38 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ulm to Bamberg train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6
Last updated at 10:17 AM
Last updated at 10:17 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:32 AM Ulm | 3h08 | 7:40 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:04 AM Ulm | 2h55 | 8:59 AM Bamberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ulm to Bamberg
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Trains from Ulm to Bamberg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €20
Distance 179 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 22:39 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €20
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, agilis from Ulm to Bamberg trainsDeutsche Bahn, agilis trains will get you between Ulm and Bamberg from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
€27
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
agilis
About
agilis is a railway company operating regional trains based in Regensburg in Bavaria since 2010. It operates in the German state of Bavaria connecting cities like Ulm, Ingolstadt, Regensburg and Plattling. They offer single tickets and comfortable trains with some popular routes covering Ulm to Regensburg, Neumarkt to Passau and Ingolstadt to Plattling.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
agilis frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Ulm to Bamberg
FAQs: Travel by train from Ulm to Bamberg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ulm to Bamberg.
Cheap train tickets from Ulm to Bamberg can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Ulm to Bamberg is €29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Ulm to Bamberg train travel time is 2 h 55 min for the 179 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Ulm to Bamberg leaves at 03: 39. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Ulm to Bamberg leaves at 09: 14.
There are 6 trains a day from Ulm to Bamberg which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or agilis. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Ulm to Bamberg train with Deutsche Bahn or agilis. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between Ulm and Bamberg as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Bamberg from Ulm is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Ulm to Bamberg is November.
You have options as you can travel to Bamberg from Ulm 2 different ways: coach or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ulm to Bamberg
Ulm
Bamberg
The major train station for departures in Ulm is Ulm Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ulm Hbf for your trip from Ulm to Bamberg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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
Dining
- Café Schmizz
- Blauflesch
- Wilder Mann
- Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Hotel
- Hotel Neuthor
- Bäumle
- InterCityHotel Ulm
- Lehrertal Garni
The major train station for arrivals in Bamberg is Bamberg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bamberg for your journey to Bamberg from Ulm.
Bamberg
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Ludwigstraße.
Dining
- Restaurant Kachelofen
- Brauerei Spezial
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Europa Bamberg
- Best Western Hotel Bamberg
- Welcome Hotel Residenzschloss Bamberg
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 330 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transit options for Bamberg
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to nearby cities
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