What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Neu-Ulm?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Neu-Ulm is to rideshare which costs €21 - €26 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Neu-Ulm?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Neu-Ulm is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €55 - €230.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Neu-Ulm?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Ulm Hauptbahnhof. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Cologne to Neu-Ulm?

The distance between Cologne and Neu-Ulm is 435 km. The road distance is 442 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Neu-Ulm without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Neu-Ulm without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €55 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Neu-Ulm?

The train from Cologne Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhof takes 2h 58m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Neu-Ulm train from?

Cologne to Neu-Ulm train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Neu-Ulm?

The best way to get from Cologne to Neu-Ulm is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €55 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Cologne to Neu-Ulm train arrive?

Cologne to Neu-Ulm train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Ulm Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Neu-Ulm?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Neu-Ulm is 442 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Cologne to Neu-Ulm.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Neu-Ulm?

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Where can I stay near Neu-Ulm?

There are 139+ hotels available in Neu-Ulm.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Neu-Ulm?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Neu-Ulm. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne to Neu-Ulm - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Neu-Ulm by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2h 58m
€55–230
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Ulmrideshare 441.1 km
4h 46m
€21–26
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cologne to Mannheim, ZOBbus
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain 11 / ...
5h 24m
Drive 442 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Neu-Ulmcar 442 km
4h 5m
€63–90
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 24m
€91–335
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Ulmbus N93 / ...
7h 43m
€39–60
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DUS - MUC
3. Take the train from Flughafen München to Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 55m
€106–344
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to D-Flughafen Bftrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane DUS - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 3m
€117–349
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane FRA - STR
3. Take the train from Wendlingen to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain
4h 38m
€124–232

Cologne to Neu-Ulm by train

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Distance: 434.6 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Neu-Ulm, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Ulm Hauptbahnhof every 2 hours. Tickets cost €55–140 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Ulm twice daily. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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