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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
$101
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Ulm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Ulm will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 4 trains that leave Kassel for Ulm on Thu, Jun 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 326 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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 579 · ICE 569
ICE 599
ICE 597
ICE 787 · 19071 · ICE 1095
ICE 579 · ICE 569
ICE 599
ICE 597
ICE 787 · 19071 · ICE 1095Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 202 miles (326 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kassel to Ulm:
A bus is $55 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Ulm costing on average $99 (€82).
Other travel options to Ulm take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 17m.
Tickets start at around $99 (€82) compared to roughly $70 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-29.09 (€-24.08). The journey takes 4h 24m versus 4h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Ulm trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 597 | Delayed 12:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h52 | 2:28 PM 2:28 PMUlm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 787 · 19071 · ICE 1095 | On time 12:23 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 4h32 | 4:55 PM Ulm Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 579 · ICE 569 | On time 1:48 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h45 | 5:33 PM Ulm Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 599 | On time 2:13 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 3h47 | 6:00 PM Ulm Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Kassel to Ulm run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $31 (€26) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 202 miles (326 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 202 miles (326 km) |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Ulm Hbf, Ulm -> Münsterplatz, Ulm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel to Ulm 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kassel to Ulm trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Ulm Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Ulm Ost. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Ulm train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe 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 options include: Matterhorn-Stübli, Biond Restaurant, Schwälmer Brotladen, Kleine Konoba
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. ATMs are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Information desks are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Nearby hotels include InterCityHotel, Schweizer Hof, Kurfürst Wilhelm I., Kurparkhotel.
Kassel 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 options include: HermannS, Eckstein, Lohmann, Il Convento
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kassel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kassel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus, Stadthotel, Arosa Hotel, Foto-Motel.
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 options include: Café Schmizz, Blauflesch, Wilder Mann, Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Hbf. ATMs are available at Ulm Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Hbf. Information desks are available at Ulm Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ulm Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulm Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Bäumle, InterCityHotel Ulm, Lehrertal Garni.
Ulm Ost 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 options include: Bodhi, Schwarze Henne, Café Schmizz, Kornhäusle
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm Ost. ATMs are available at Ulm Ost.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm Ost. Information desks are available at Ulm Ost.
Luggage storage is available at Ulm Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ulm Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulm Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Neuthor, Hotel Comfor, Bäumle, Stern.
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