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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Altenkirchen is to bus which costs €24 - €40 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Altenkirchen is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Altenkirchen?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Altenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Altenkirchen, Ortsmitte via Hauptbahnhof, Homburg and Waldmohr, Mitte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Ulm to Altenkirchen?

The distance between Ulm and Altenkirchen is 317 km. The road distance is 280.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Altenkirchen without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €60 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Ulm to Altenkirchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Altenkirchen bus from?

Ulm to Altenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ulm station.

Train or bus from Ulm to Altenkirchen?

The best way to get from Ulm to Altenkirchen is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €60 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Ulm to Altenkirchen bus arrive?

Ulm to Altenkirchen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Homburg station.

Can I drive from Ulm to Altenkirchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Altenkirchen is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Ulm to Altenkirchen.

Where can I stay near Altenkirchen?

There are 812+ hotels available in Altenkirchen.

Ulm to Altenkirchen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ulm to Altenkirchen by train, bus, 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 Homburgtrain 60 / ...
4h 43m
€61–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Homburgbus 036
6h 44m
€24–40
Drive 280.7 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Altenkirchencar 280.7 km
3h 11m
€40–57
Train via Heidelberg
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhoftrain 62 / ...
2. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Homburgtrain S1
6h 38m
€66–83

Ulm to Altenkirchen by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 43mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Ulm, Germany and Altenkirchen, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Homburg twice daily. Tickets cost €50–60 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ulm to Homburg 6 times a week. Tickets cost €17–29 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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