How to travel from Aachen to Ulm

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Aachen to Ulm

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of NOK 468 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of NOK 468, while a flight costs an average of NOK 4,811.

Distance: 239 miles (386 km)

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Driving

NOK 1,369

Average price

NOK 468

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NOK 4,811

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NOK 817

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4h 51m

Average total duration

4h 21m

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8h 43m

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8h 13m

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3h 54m

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1h 54m

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5h 40m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Aachen to Ulm

Compare the available ways to get from Aachen to Ulm, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Ulm is a bus with an average price of NOK 468.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Ulm:

A bus is NOK 902 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Ulm costing on average NOK 1,369.

A bus is NOK 4,344 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Ulm costing on average NOK 4,811.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Ulm is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Ulm take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 51m.

Bus takes on average 8h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Aachen and Ulm including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aachen to Ulm 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 1h 19m sooner (4h 21m by train vs 5h 40m by car). Tickets start at around NOK 1,369 compared to roughly NOK 817 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.

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.

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How to get from Aachen to Ulm by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Aachen to Ulm is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Aachen to Ulm

Travel to Ulm easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aachen to Ulm.

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There are 3 options to travel between Aachen and Ulm including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Ulm is a bus with an average price of NOK 468.

This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Ulm:

A bus is NOK 902 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Ulm costing on average NOK 1,369.

A bus is NOK 4,344 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Ulm costing on average NOK 4,811.

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Ulm is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Ulm take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 51m.

Bus takes on average 8h 43m.

The distance from Aachen to Ulm is approximately 239 miles (386 km).
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Ulm is:
  • Around 10 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Ulm as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aachen to Ulm:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Stuttgart Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Ulm Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße and arrive in Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aachen to Ulm, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Ulm by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Ulm by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, Lufthansa Cityline, Condor Flugdienst to go to Ulm by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Aachen to Ulm:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Aachen to Ulm often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Munich, Vienna, Berlin, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ulm and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ulm to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Ulm, including its historic sites, the Ulm Minster, and the picturesque Danube views, a stay of 1 to 2 days is generally sufficient.

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