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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from 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 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 Ulm to Cologne?

The distance between Ulm and Cologne is 434 km. The road distance is 440.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €230.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ulm to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ulm to Cologne is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €35 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Ulm to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ulm to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ulm to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Cologne is 440 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Ulm to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Can I share a ride from Ulm to Cologne?

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

Ulm to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 10 ways to get from 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
€35–230
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 34m
€92–323
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
€75–114
Drive 440.4 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Colognecar 440.4 km
4h 10m
€62–89
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 20m
€112–345
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 55m
€122–343
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 40m
€123–207
Train to Friedrichshafen Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Ravensburg, Bahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane FDH - DUS
4h 43m
€163–392

Ulm to Cologne by train

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 433.6 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between 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 €35–90 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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