What is the cheapest way to get from Esslingen to Ulm?

The cheapest way to get from Esslingen to Ulm is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Esslingen to Ulm?

The fastest way to get from Esslingen to Ulm is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Esslingen and Ulm?

No, there is no direct bus from Esslingen to Ulm. However, there are services departing from Pliensauv. Weilstraße and arriving at Ulm via Stuttgart Airport Busterminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Esslingen and Ulm?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Esslingen and arriving at Ulm Hauptbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Esslingen to Ulm?

The distance between Esslingen and Ulm is 80 km. The road distance is 81.8 km.

How do I travel from Esslingen to Ulm without a car?

The best way to get from Esslingen to Ulm without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs €11 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Esslingen to Ulm?

The train from Esslingen to Ulm Hauptbahnhof takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Esslingen to Ulm bus from?

Esslingen to Ulm bus services, operated by Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart (VVS), depart from Pliensauv. Weilstraße station.

Where do I catch the Esslingen to Ulm train from?

Esslingen to Ulm train services, operated by DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), depart from Esslingen station.

Train or bus from Esslingen to Ulm?

The best way to get from Esslingen to Ulm is to train which takes 55 min and costs €11 - €55. Alternatively, you can line 122 bus and bus, which costs €6 - €19 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Esslingen to Ulm bus arrive?

Esslingen to Ulm bus services, operated by Verkehrs- und Tarifverbund Stuttgart (VVS), arrive at Flughafen/Messe station.

Where does the Esslingen to Ulm train arrive?

Esslingen to Ulm train services, operated by DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), arrive at Ulm Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Esslingen to Ulm?

Yes, the driving distance between Esslingen to Ulm is 82 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Esslingen to Ulm.

How do I get a train ticket from Esslingen to Ulm?

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Where can I stay near Ulm?

There are 583+ hotels available in Ulm.

Can I share a ride from Esslingen to Ulm?

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

Esslingen to Ulm - 5 ways to travel via train, line 122 bus, bus, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Esslingen to Ulm by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, or car

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 Esslingen to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain Re5
55 min
€11–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Esslingen to Ulmrideshare 82.5 km
1h 24m
€5
Line 122 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pliensauv. Weilstraße to Flughafen/Messebus 122
2. Take the bus from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal to Ulmbus N93 / ...
2h 8m
€7–19
Train via Wendlingen
1. Take the train from Esslingen to Wendlingentrain S1
2. Take the train from Wendlingen to Ulm Hauptbahnhoftrain Re200
1h 25m
€19–28
Drive 81.8 km
1. Drive from Esslingen to Ulmcar 81.8 km
54 min
€12–17

Esslingen to Ulm by train

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Distance: 79.5 km
Duration: 55 min

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

DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) operates a train from Esslingen to Ulm Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €11–15 and the journey takes 55 min. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pliensauv. Weilstraße to Ulm via Stuttgart Airport Busterminal in around 2h 8m.

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