How much does a train ticket cost from Ulm to Essen?

The cheapest train tickets from Ulm to Essen start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £89. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Ulm to Essen?

The average train journey time from Ulm to Essen is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 249 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Ulm to Essen route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ulm to Essen?

The earliest train from Ulm to Essen departs at 06:47. And the latest train departs at 20:01.

Train Ulm to Essen from £15 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Ulm to Essen on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		21:25	Ulm	9h 36m	07:01	HBF	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		21:40	Ulm	10h 12m	07:52	HBF	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Ulm to Essen

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

5h 30mAverage duration

249 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£32 - £215	Average duration22h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £156	Average duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£26 - £43	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Ulm and Essen?

Ulm

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Ulm Bahnhof
Bahnhofpl. 1, 89073 Ulm, Germany
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Essen

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HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at £16

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ulm to Essen by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Ulm to Essen?
The cheapest train tickets from Ulm to Essen start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £89. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ulm to Essen?
The average train journey time from Ulm to Essen is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 249 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Ulm to Essen route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ulm to Essen?
The earliest train from Ulm to Essen departs at 06:47. And the latest train departs at 20:01.

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The cheapest trip from Ulm to Essen was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £61

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ulm to Essen as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £61 to £193 for a train ticket from Ulm to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £61, which is on 2025-12-05.