How to travel from Ulm to Aachen

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ulm to Aachen

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Aachen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. 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 $54, while a flight costs an average of $507.

Distance: 239 miles (386 km)

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$54

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$145

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$507

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8h 25m

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7h 55m

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4h 49m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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1.2 - 2.3kg

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from Ulm to Aachen

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

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

  • FlixBus
    10:25 PM7h55
    Ulm
    6:20 AMAachen
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    10:25 PM7h55
    Ulm
    6:20 AMAachen
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    10:25 PM7h55
    Ulm
    6:20 AMAachen
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    9:25 PM7h55
    Ulm
    5:20 AMAachen
    $621One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ulm to Aachen

Travel to Aachen 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 Ulm to Aachen.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ulm and Aachen including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Aachen is a bus with an average price of $54.

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

A bus is $92 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Aachen costing on average $145.

A bus is $454 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm to Aachen costing on average $507.

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Aachen is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Aachen take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 49m.

Bus takes on average 8h 25m.

The distance from Ulm to Aachen is approximately 239 miles (386 km).
The average frequency per day from Ulm to Aachen is:
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ulm and Aachen 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 Ulm to Aachen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ulm Hbf and arrive in Aachen Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße and arrive in Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ulm to Aachen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Aachen by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Aachen by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Eurowings to go to Aachen by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ulm to Aachen:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Ulm to Aachen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Cologne, Berlin, Maastricht. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Aachen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Aachen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Aachen, you can relax at the Carolus Thermen spa, explore vibrant local markets, stroll through Lousberg Park, attend events at the Eurogress Aachen, and visit the historic Ponttor. Don't miss the Aachen Cathedral, Aachen Rathaus, Elisenbrunnen, Centre Charlemagne, and Couven Museum for a glimpse into the city's rich history and culture.
To explore Aachen's key attractions, such as the Aachen Cathedral, Carolus Thermen spa, and the historic old town, 1 to 2 days are typically sufficient.

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