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

The cheapest way to get from Neu-Ulm to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neu-Ulm to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €45 - €190.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Neu-Ulm to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Neu-Ulm to Cologne?

The distance between Neu-Ulm and Cologne is 434 km. The road distance is 441.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Neu-Ulm to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €45 - €190.

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

The train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf takes 2h 56m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Neu-Ulm to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ulm station.

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

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

Train or bus from Neu-Ulm to Cologne?

The best way to get from Neu-Ulm to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €45 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Neu-Ulm to Cologne bus arrive?

Neu-Ulm to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Neu-Ulm to Cologne train arrive?

Neu-Ulm to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Can I drive from Neu-Ulm to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Neu-Ulm to Cologne is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Neu-Ulm to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1815+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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

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

There are 9 ways to get from Neu-Ulm to Cologne by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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 Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
2h 56m
€45–190
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Colognerideshare 440 km
4h 46m
€19–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Frankfurt central train stationbus N422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB to Kölnbus Ivano-Frankivsk
6h 53m
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
4h 39m
€98–294
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain Ice / ...
4h 50m
€70–162
Drive 441.1 km
1. Drive from Neu-Ulm to Colognecar 441.1 km
4h 9m
€62–90
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 22m
€110–308
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FRA - DUS
4h 57m
€123–264
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Wendlingentrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane STR - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 39m
€142–238

Neu-Ulm to Cologne by train

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Distance: 433.7 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €80–190 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ulm to Köln via Frankfurt, Hauptbahnhof FOB in around 6h 53m.

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