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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Ulm | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Ulm | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Ulm | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ulm | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ulm | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Ulm to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ulm and Cologne?
Stops in Ulm
- AEberhard-Finckh-Straße 34, 89075 Ulm, Germany
- BFriedrich-Ebert-Straße 12, 89073 Ulm, Germany
- C
Bushaltestelle Ulm Einsteinstraße
Einsteinstraße 93, 89077 Ulm, Germany - D
Ulm, Böfingen, Eberhard-Finckhstr. 34
Eythstraße 24, 89075 Ulm, Germany
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ulm to Cologne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Ulm to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ulm to Cologne start from $29. The average price for this route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ulm to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Ulm to Cologne is 19h 25m, covering a distance of 213 miles (344 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ulm to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ulm to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Ulm to Cologne at 3:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ulm to Cologne?
A bus trip from Ulm to Cologne generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ulm to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ulm to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ulm to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ulm to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ulm to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ulm to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $108 for a bus ticket from Ulm to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-11.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
