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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Ulm takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Ulm. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 20m
Duration
515 km
Distance
€110
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Essen to Ulm train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Essen and Ulm. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Ulm at 5:01 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    train train 5h 14m • Direct

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    train train 3h 50m • Direct
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    train train 4h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 50m • Direct
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    train train 5h 6m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    train train 4h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 50m • Direct
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    train train 5h 6m • Direct
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    train train 3h 51m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    train train 3h 50m • Direct
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    train train 4h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 50m • Direct
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    train train 5h 6m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Ulm? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 515 km
  • Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Ulm, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €90–200 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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