Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

€20

Average ticket price on Sep 19

€49

Fastest journey on Sep 19

2 h 4 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

2 h 4 m

Trains on Sep 19

28

Distance

211 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast trains

On Sat, Sep 19, we found 28 trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf, including 19 direct services.

On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .

On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 4 m 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.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 699
    2:46 AM3h17
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    6:03 AMUlm Hbf
    201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1011
    4:22 PM2h04
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    6:26 PMUlm Hbf
    361One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 615
    8:51 PM2h11
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    11:02 PMUlm Hbf
    361One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 203 · ICE 693
    7:53 PM2h07
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    10:00 PMUlm Hbf
    361One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1013
    6:29 PM2h04
    Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
    8:33 PMUlm Hbf
    361One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, while a flight costs an average of €267.

Distance: 131 miles (211 km)

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Driving

€51

Average price

€24

Average price

Cheapest

€267

Average price

€41

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 19m

Average total duration

4h 49m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 21m

Average total duration

1h 21m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

2h 45m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Most popular train company

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Most popular bus company

Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf:

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf costing on average €51.

A bus is €243 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf costing on average €267.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 21m.

Other travel options to Ulm Hbf take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 15m.

Bus takes on average 4h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Ulm Hbf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 30m sooner (2h 15m by train vs 2h 45m by car). Tickets start at around €51 compared to roughly €41 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf train times

The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnICE 619
Delayed
11:16 PM 12:55 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h43
2:57 AM 2:57 AMUlm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 699
Delayed
12:46 AM 2:46 AMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h17
4:03 AM 4:03 AMUlm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 615
Delayed
7:29 PM 8:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h32
9:42 PM 9:42 PMUlm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 205 · ICE 695 · 4239
Delayed
8:01 PM 9:51 PMFrankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h52
12:43 AM Ulm Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 617 · 19343 · 16083
On time
10:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h00
1:51 AM Ulm Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 6191:16 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h43
4:59 AM Ulm Hbf0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 911
On time
6:21 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h05
8:26 AM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 511
On time
6:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h22
9:13 AM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2511 · ICE 591
On time
7:52 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h08
10:00 AM Ulm Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 913
On time
8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h04
10:26 AM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 513
On time
8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h22
11:13 AM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2513 · ICE 593
On time
9:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h09
12:00 PM Ulm Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 915
On time
10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h04
12:26 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 515
On time
10:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h22
1:13 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565
On time
11:01 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h32
1:33 PM Ulm Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 217
On time
11:01 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
3h08
2:09 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2515 · ICE 595
On time
11:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h09
2:00 PM Ulm Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 225
On time
12:21 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h08
2:29 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 517
On time
12:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h22
3:13 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2517 · ICE 597
On time
1:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h09
4:00 PM Ulm Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 919
On time
2:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h04
4:26 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 519
On time
2:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h22
5:13 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 2519 · ICE 599
On time
3:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h09
6:00 PM Ulm Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1011
On time
4:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h04
6:26 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 611
On time
4:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h22
7:13 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 201 · ICE 691
On time
5:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
8:00 PM Ulm Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1013
On time
6:29 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h04
8:33 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 613
On time
6:51 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h22
9:13 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Deutsche BahnICE 203 · ICE 693
On time
7:53 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h07
10:00 PM Ulm Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 1015
On time
8:22 PM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
2h04
10:26 PM Ulm Hbf
0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf

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Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:46, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 1h 54m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
131 miles (211 km)
Average train duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
1h 54m
First train
12:46 AM
Last train
11:01 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Ulm Hbf from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 54m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€13
Deutsche Bahn frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ulm Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €13, while the average price is around €51.
The train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf takes 1h 54m and runs 7 per day.
The distance by train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf is 131 miles (211 km).
The first train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf leaves at 12:46 AM.
The last train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf leaves at 11:01 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf. This service operates 4 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf is by train, with a cost of around €13.
The train journey from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Ulm Hbf offers a moderately scenic experience, featuring views of the Rhine River, rolling hills, and picturesque German countryside landscapes, especially as the train passes through regions such as Hesse and Baden-Württemberg.
A day trip from Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf to Ulm Hbf might not be feasible as the journey takes 1h 54m. However, there are 6 trains per day covering the 131 miles (211 km) distance.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf.
Since both Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Ulm Hbf are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Ulm Hbf include Munich, Stuttgart, Memmingen, Augsburg, Heidelberg.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Pass and Interrail Pass are valid on most trains in Germany, including Deutsche Bahn regional and long-distance services. Some high-speed trains may require a reservation fee even with a rail pass.
Germany uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards, especially contactless payments, in cities and larger establishments. However, cash is still widely accepted and sometimes preferred in smaller shops, markets, and rural areas. Carrying some cash is recommended for flexibility.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf

Most Frankfurt Airport long-distance station to Ulm Hbf trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and Ulm Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Frankfurt am Main
Arrival train stations in Ulm
Frankfurt Flughafen FernbfFrankfurt am Main Flughafen Fernbahnhof, 60549 Frankfurt am Main, Germany+49 69 2651055WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIce · 11m · €2
Trn · 12m · €3
S8, S9 · 19m · €3 · every ~5 min
BusS8e · 28m · €6
X61, 61 · 41m · every ~13 min
61, X61 · 42m · every ~13 min

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf train station facilities and services

Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Käfer's, McDonald's, Asia Snack Box

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbf: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel, Hilton Frankfurt Airport, Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport.

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