What is the cheapest way to get from Ulm Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Ulm Hbf to Cologne is to rideshare which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ulm Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Ulm Hbf to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €45 - €230.

Is there a direct train between Ulm Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Ulm Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Ulm Hbf and Cologne is 435 km. The road distance is 440.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €45 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Ulm Hbf to Cologne?

The train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Cologne Hbf takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Ulm Hbf to Cologne train from?

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

Where does the Ulm Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

Ulm Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ulm Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm Hbf to Cologne is 440 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Ulm Hbf to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1727+ hotels available in Cologne.

Can I share a ride from Ulm Hbf to Cologne?

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

Ulm Hbf to Cologne - 8 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 8 ways to get from Ulm Hbf to Cologne by train, 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 Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 42 / ...
3h 18m
€45–230
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ulm to Colognerideshare 440 km
4h 57m
€19–35
Drive 440.3 km
1. Drive from Ulm Hbf to Colognecar 440.3 km
4h 7m
€62–90
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 26m
€88–337
Train via Esslingen
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Plochingentrain Re5
2. Take the train from Esslingen(Neckar) to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train Ice
4h 45m
€70–184
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
€110–311
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane STR - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 31m
€131–272
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
5h 2m
€126–320

Ulm Hbf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 434.6 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Ulm Hbf, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €45–130 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route once daily.

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