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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Zurich is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ulm and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Ulm to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Schaffhausen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Ulm to Zurich?

The distance between Ulm and Zurich is 245 km. The road distance is 195.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Ulm to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ulm to Zurich train from?

Ulm to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Ulm Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Ulm to Zurich?

The best way to get from Ulm to Zurich is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Ulm to Zurich bus arrive?

Ulm to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Ulm to Zurich train arrive?

Ulm to Zurich train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Schaffhausen station.

Can I drive from Ulm to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Zurich is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Ulm to Zurich.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ulm to Zurich?

Book your Ulm to Zurich bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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There are 5 ways to get from Ulm to Zurich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Schaffhausentrain Re3
2. Take the train from Schaffhausen to Zürich Stadelhofentrain S12 / ...
3h 42m
CHF 38–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Zurich Bus Stationbus 144 / ...
4h 15m
CHF 16–25
Drive 195.4 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Zurichcar 195.4 km
2h 42m
CHF 33–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Wendlingentrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane STR - ZRH
3h 43m
CHF 114–319
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Ravensburg, Bahnhoftrain Re5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ravensburg, Bahnhof to Konstanz Bahnhofbus 700
3. Take the train from Konstanz Bahnhof to Zürich HBtrain 75
5h 3m
CHF 31–83

Ulm to Zurich by train

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Distance: 244.8 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Ulm, Germany and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Zürich Stadelhofen via Schaffhausen in around 3h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ulm to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 16–25 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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