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Outstanding automobile museum by Audi with historic cars, concept models, and rotating exhibitions. A top choice for design, engineering, and brand history.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$35
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$35
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 17
1
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Ingolstadt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Ingolstadt will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 1 trains from Ulm to Ingolstadt, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Ingolstadt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $56, while a train costs an average of $56.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ulm to Ingolstadt:
A bus is $44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Ingolstadt costing on average $56.
Other travel options to Ingolstadt take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 0m by train vs 2h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $56 compared to roughly $25 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 agilis.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Ingolstadt trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 699 · 57019 · Bus RB13+ 86644 | Delayed 4:08 AM 6:08 AMUlm Hbf | 2h38 | 8:46 AM Ingolstadt Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 619 · 59148 | Delayed 2:40 AM 6:53 AMUlm Hbf | 2h30 | 9:23 AM Ingolstadt Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
![]() | 7:28 AM Ulm | 2h01 | 9:29 AM Ingolstadt | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Ulm to Ingolstadt run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 but you can travel from only $12 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Discover the best of Ingolstadt — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ingolstadt trip today.
Outstanding automobile museum by Audi with historic cars, concept models, and rotating exhibitions. A top choice for design, engineering, and brand history.
Major military history museum in the New Castle, presenting Bavarian and wider European military collections in a landmark historic setting.
Well-regarded museum tracing medicine from early practice to modern science. Its herb garden and historic anatomy context add extra appeal.
Central square lined with historic buildings, arcades, and the old town’s main civic landmarks. It is the natural starting point for a city walk.
Popular riverside green area for walking and relaxing near the old town. It offers open Danube views and easy access to several landmarks.
Historic old-town district with compact lanes, churches, gates, and museums. It is the best area for experiencing Ingolstadt’s layered history on foot.
Schäufele is slow-roasted pork shoulder with crisp crackling, common in Bavarian inns and prized for rich gravy and tender meat.
Weißwurst is a mild veal and pork sausage traditionally eaten before noon with sweet mustard, a classic Bavarian breakfast dish.
Schweinsbraten is Bavarian roast pork served with dark beer gravy and dumplings, a staple of local family and beer hall meals.
Elegant fine dining restaurant offering modern seasonal cuisine and polished service in a refined contemporary atmosphere.
Established restaurant in a historic setting, appreciated for regional German cooking and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Historic Bavarian beer hall near the old town, known for roast pork, sausages, dumplings, and local beer in a lively traditional setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Tourist costs are lower than Munich but above smaller Bavarian towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common. In taxis, round up the fare. In cafes, leave small change or round up.
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Ingolstadt Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Ingolstadt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm to Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ulm to Ingolstadt trains use the Ulm Hbf to Ingolstadt Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Ingolstadt Nord. Use this guide to compare Ulm and Ingolstadt train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Ingolstadt Hbf is 2 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Nave Pizzaservice, Pizzeria Romi, China Restaurant Ten Eins, Romeo e Giulietta
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Hbf.
Ingolstadt Nord is 1 km from Ingolstadt city centre. Public transport options include:
Ingolstadt Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Michelangelo, Goldener Drache - Schnellrestaurant, Our place, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi is available at Ingolstadt Nord. ATMs are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Ingolstadt Nord. Information desks are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Ingolstadt Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ingolstadt Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ingolstadt Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ingolstadt Nord.
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