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Museum Ulm
The city museum presents archaeology, art and cultural history, including the famous Lion Man from the Ice Age. A strong all-round museum in the old town.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Buses per day
17
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Ulm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Ulm will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 17 buses that leave Leinfelden-Echterdingen for Ulm on Sat, Jun 20, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 69 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 42 miles (69 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Ulm:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Ulm costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Ulm take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 41m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7 (€6). The journey takes 1h 18m versus 1h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Ulm buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:50 PM Leinfelden-Echterdingen | 1h00 | 5:50 PM Ulm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Leinfelden-Echterdingen | 1h10 | 8:25 PM Ulm | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Leinfelden-Echterdingen | 1h10 | 9:25 PM Ulm | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h00 | 5:35 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h00 | 6:05 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h00 | 6:20 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h00 | 8:15 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h00 | 8:45 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h00 | 10:15 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h00 | 12:25 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h05 | 12:50 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe | 1h15 | 1:45 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Leinfelden-Echterdingen to Ulm run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (69 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 42 miles (69 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Ulm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ulm trip today.
The city museum presents archaeology, art and cultural history, including the famous Lion Man from the Ice Age. A strong all-round museum in the old town.
A respected contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions from the Weishaupt collection. Known for modern architecture and high-quality international art shows.
An unusual museum dedicated to bread, nutrition and cultural history. It is a distinctive local favorite with thoughtful exhibitions beyond the culinary theme.
The most atmospheric part of central Ulm, ideal for walking among canals, timber-framed houses and small bridges. It is one of the city’s most photogenic areas.
The large square around Ulm Minster is the natural focal point of the city center. It is the best place to appreciate the cathedral facade and urban atmosphere.
The Danube riverfront offers relaxed walking, views toward Neu-Ulm and access to several of the city’s best photo spots. A pleasant option for sunset and casual strolling.
Large Swabian filled pasta pockets, usually stuffed with minced meat, spinach, onions, and herbs. They are one of the best-known regional specialties around Ulm.
Soft Swabian egg noodles layered with melted cheese and topped with fried onions. A classic comfort dish commonly found in Ulm and across Baden-Württemberg.
A traditional Swabian dish of lentils served with Spätzle, often accompanied by sausages. It is a staple of the local home-style cuisine.
Historic traditional restaurant in the fishermen’s quarter, known for Swabian classics and regional fish dishes in a charming old-town setting.
Well-regarded modern brewery restaurant and hotel venue serving craft beer and contemporary regional cuisine in a stylish atmosphere.
Established restaurant in a historic building, appreciated for refined regional dishes and an elegant but relaxed atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate by German standards. Budget eats are reasonable, while hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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