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Ulm to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Ulm and Essen takes 4h 19m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Ulm to Essen. 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 19m
Duration
515 km
Distance
€120
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Ulm to Essen train times

Trains run hourly between Ulm and Essen. The earliest departure is at 1:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Ulm is at 6:47 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:05 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 515.1 km
  • Duration: 4h 19m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Essen Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €100–230 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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