- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$181
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
564 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulm to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Paris will cost around $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 9 trains that leave Ulm for Paris on Thu, Jun 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 564 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 6 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 31 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 912+
TGV 9570
ICE 2582+
TGV 9570
ICE 594+
TGV 9560
ICE 568 · ICE 9590
ICE 592 · ICE 9550
ICE 690+
TGV 9574
ICE 2582+
TGV 9570
ICE 568 · ICE 9590
9576
TGV 9576Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 350 miles (564 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$171 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $226 Average price | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ulm to Paris:
A bus is $107 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Paris costing on average $171 (€140).
A bus is $162 (€133) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm to Paris costing on average $226 (€185).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 27m.
Bus takes on average 9h 18m.
You'll arrive about 2h 7m sooner (5h 27m by train vs 7h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $171 (€140) compared to roughly $136 (€111) 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 TGV, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Paris trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TGV 9576 | On time 8:04 AM Ulm Hbf | 4h31 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
9576 | 8:04 AM Ulm Hbf | 4h31 | 12:35 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 690+ TGV 9574 | On time 10:01 AM Ulm Hbf | 4h06 | 2:07 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 568 · ICE 9590 | On time 10:20 AM Ulm Hbf | 4h31 | 2:51 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 598+ TGV 9552 | On time 12:01 PM Ulm Hbf | 4h49 | 4:50 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 594+ TGV 9560 | On time 4:01 PM Ulm Hbf | 4h41 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 912+ TGV 9570 | On time 5:33 PM Ulm Hbf | 4h40 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 592 · ICE 9550 | On time 6:01 PM Ulm Hbf | 4h51 | 10:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2582+ TGV 9570 | On time 6:01 PM Ulm Hbf | 4h12 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Ulm to Paris run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€93) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 350 miles (564 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 350 miles (564 km) |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€93) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 12:36 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
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The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
A Former railway station turned museum, best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collection including Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, famous for its inside-out architecture and strong international collection. A top choice for modern art fans.
A Hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, staircases, and cinematic city views. One of Paris’s most atmospheric walking areas.
A Historic neighborhood mixing elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets. Popular with both locals and visitors for wandering.
Paris’s most famous avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Best known for grand urban scenery and flagship stores.
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie closely associated with Parisian breakfast culture and best enjoyed fresh from a neighborhood boulangerie.
The iconic Paris loaf with a crisp crust and chewy crumb, central to daily meals and protected by French baking tradition.
Classic onion soup enriched with stock and topped with bread and melted cheese, a long-standing Paris bistro favorite.
Luxury fine-dining restaurant at Le Bristol Paris, renowned for haute cuisine, exceptional service, and elegant surroundings.
Well-known Saint-Germain bistro celebrated for polished classic French cooking in an intimate, bustling setting.
Established Paris bistro famous for steak frites and traditional seasonal dishes with a warm neighborhood feel.
Paris is pricey for hotels and dining. Bakeries, markets, and lunch menus help keep daily costs lower.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés.
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Paris Gare du Nord, Paris -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulm to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ulm to Paris trains use the Ulm Hbf to Paris Gare de l'Est station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare du Nord. Use this guide to compare Ulm and Paris 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.
Ulm-Söflingen is 2 km from Ulm city centre. Public transport options include:
Ulm-Söflingen 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: Vinzenzmurr, Söflinger Wirtshaus, Chinarestaurant Chaussee, Brauerei-Gaststätte Krone
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm-Söflingen. ATMs are available at Ulm-Söflingen.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm-Söflingen. Information desks are available at Ulm-Söflingen.
Luggage storage is available at Ulm-Söflingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ulm-Söflingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulm-Söflingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm-Söflingen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Restaurant Löwen, Sternberg.
Ulm-Donautal is 5 km from Ulm city centre. Public transport options include:
Ulm-Donautal 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: Hirsch, O sole mio, Illerbuben, Adler
Wi-Fi is available at Ulm-Donautal. ATMs are available at Ulm-Donautal.
Ticket office support is available at Ulm-Donautal. Information desks are available at Ulm-Donautal.
Luggage storage is available at Ulm-Donautal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ulm-Donautal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulm-Donautal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulm-Donautal.
Nearby hotels include O sole mio, Adler, Hirsch.
Paris Gare de l'Est is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de l'Est has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est, La Consigne, Starbucks, Factory & Co, La Place, McDonald's, Mon Chou, Go Johnny Go, Maison Pradier, PAUL, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30, Sat: 09:00 - 20:00, Sun: 09:00 - 20:30. Information desks are located between Tracks 15 and 18.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de l'Est: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de l'Est: The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4. .
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Hôtel LOCOMO, Hôtel Parisianer.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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