Train from Cologne to Ulm: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Cologne to Ulm on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Hbf
Ulm BahnhofCheapest
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Ulm BahnhofFastest
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Ulm BahnhofNo tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Ulm BahnhofNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Cologne Messe/Deutz
Ulm BahnhofNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:42 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Ulm

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Ulm. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
4h 50mAverage Duration
221 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$30 - $218Average Duration9h 40m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$23 - $228Average Duration3h 26m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$24 - $58Average Duration4h 50m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Ulm by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11/28
No data
11/29
$22
Today
No data
12/01
$48
12/02
$34
12/03
No data
12/04
$72
12/05
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Ulm was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $197 for a train ticket from Cologne to Ulm based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-02.

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