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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$76
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$95
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 11 m
Trains on Sep 17
21
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 21 trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf, including 8 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
ICE 575 · ICE 56511:20 AM2h13Frankfurt (Main) Hbf1:33 PMUlm Hbf$761One-way1 transfer- ICE 21112:11 PM2h43Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2:54 PMUlm Hbf$761One-way0 transfers
- ICE 10952:11 PM2h44Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:55 PMUlm Hbf$761One-way0 transfers
- ICE 371 · ICE 51712:50 PM2h23Frankfurt (Main) Hbf3:13 PMUlm Hbf$851One-way1 transfer
- ICE 12914:10 PM2h45Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:55 PMUlm Hbf$851One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5939:50 AM2h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf12:00 PMUlm Hbf$981One-way0 transfers
- ICE 59511:50 AM2h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf2:00 PMUlm Hbf$981One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5971:50 PM2h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf4:00 PMUlm Hbf$981One-way0 transfers
- ICE 5993:50 PM2h10Frankfurt (Main) Hbf6:00 PMUlm Hbf$981One-way0 transfers
- ICE 573 · ICE 5639:20 AM2h13Frankfurt (Main) Hbf11:33 AMUlm Hbf$981One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a flight costs an average of $314.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $314 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf costing on average $63 (€52).
A bus is $284 (€233) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf costing on average $314 (€257).
Other travel options to Ulm Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 25m.
Bus takes on average 4h 49m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 2h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $63 (€52) compared to roughly $51 (€42) 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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
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 (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECE 151 · ICE 913 | On time 8:02 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h24 | 10:26 AM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 117 | On time 8:10 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h44 | 10:54 AM Ulm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4559 · ICE 513 | On time 8:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h53 | 11:13 AM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 573 · ICE 563 | On time 9:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h13 | 11:33 AM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 593 | Delayed 7:59 AM 9:50 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h10 | 10:04 AM 10:04 AMUlm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 279 · ICE 515 | On time 10:50 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 1:13 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 575 · ICE 565 | On time 11:20 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h13 | 1:33 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 595 | Delayed 9:58 AM 11:50 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h10 | 12:02 PM 12:02 PMUlm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 211 | On time 12:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h43 | 2:54 PM Ulm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 371 · ICE 517 | On time 12:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 3:13 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 577 · ICE 567 | On time 1:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h13 | 3:33 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 597 | Delayed 11:56 AM 1:50 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h10 | 2:02 PM 2:02 PMUlm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 919+ TGV 9580 | Delayed 12:56 PM 2:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h24 | 4:26 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1095 | On time 2:11 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h44 | 4:55 PM Ulm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 373 · ICE 519 | On time 2:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 5:13 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 579 · ICE 569 | On time 3:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h13 | 5:33 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 599 | Delayed 1:56 PM 3:50 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h10 | 4:02 PM 4:02 PMUlm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S8 · ICE 1011 | On time 3:54 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h33 | 6:27 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1291 | On time 4:10 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h45 | 6:55 PM Ulm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ICE 375 · ICE 611 | On time 4:50 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h23 | 7:13 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 771 · ICE 1069 | On time 5:20 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2h17 | 7:37 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf
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Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV trains will get you between Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Ulm Hbf from $16 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
TGV
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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.
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Popular train stations from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf
Most Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Ulm Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and Ulm Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
Getting to Ulm Hbf from Ulm city centre
Ulm Hbf train station facilities and services
Ulm Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Schmizz, Blauflesch, Wilder Mann, Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Hbf. ATMs are available at Ulm Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Hbf. Information desks are available at Ulm Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ulm Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ulm Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Bäumle, InterCityHotel Ulm, Lehrertal Garni.
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