The cheapest and fastest trains from Ulm to Zurich
Cheapest price
€61
Average price
€88
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Zurich will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
It's difficult to get from Ulm to Zurich without transferring at least once.
RE 4207 · RB 17768+
SBB S6+
IC 483
TGV 9576+
IC 483
RE 3079 · REX 5565 · S 3 · IR 2214
RE 3693 · ECE 196
RE 3693 · ECE 196
RE 4207 · RB 17768+
SBB S6+
IC 483
RE 3079 · REX 5565 · S 3 · IR 2214
TGV 9576+
IC 483Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 157 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€49 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ulm to Zurich train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TGV 9576+ IC 483 | On time 7:04 AM Ulm Hbf | 4h19 | 11:23 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
RE 3079 · REX 5565 · S 3 · IR 2214 | On time 7:19 AM Ulm Hbf | 4h02 | 11:21 AM Zurich HB | 4 transfers | |
RE 4207 · RB 17768+ SBB S6+ IC 483 | On time 7:47 AM Ulm Hbf | 3h36 | 11:23 AM Zurich HB | 3 transfers | |
RE 3693 · ECE 196 | On time 8:17 AM Ulm Hbf | 3h10 | 11:27 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ulm to Zurich
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:03 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) from Ulm to Zurich trainsDeutsche Bahn, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) trains will get you between Ulm and Zurich from €14. 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.
Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ulm to Zurich
- 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
- Bodhi
- Schwarze Henne
- Café Schmizz
- Kornhäusle
- Hotel Neuthor
- Hotel Comfor
- Bäumle
- Stern
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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