How to travel from Ulm to Bern

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Compare bus and train for Ulm to Bern

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Bern among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $51 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, while a train costs an average of $110.

Distance: 155 miles (250 km)

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$110

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7h 58m

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4h 8m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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Compare ways to travel from Ulm to Bern

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Bern is a bus with an average price of $51.

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

A bus is $60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Bern costing on average $110.

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ulm and Bern including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ulm to Bern among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $110 compared to roughly $65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$45. The journey takes 4h 20m versus 4h 8m 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.

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

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

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FAQs: Travel from Ulm to Bern

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There are 2 options to travel between Ulm and Bern including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Bern is a bus with an average price of $51.

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

A bus is $60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Bern costing on average $110.

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Bern is by train with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Bern take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 58m.

The distance from Ulm to Bern is approximately 155 miles (250 km).
The average frequency per day from Ulm to Bern is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ulm to Bern:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ulm Hbf and arrive in Bern Hauptbahnhof.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße and arrive in Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ulm to Bern, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bern by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Sylter Verkehrsgesellschaft to go to Bern by train.
Omio customers who travel from Ulm to Bern often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Paris, Zurich, Interlaken, Geneva. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bern and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bern to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bern, you can take a guided tour of the Federal Palace, explore the Bern Historical Museum and the Einstein Museum, and wander through the charming streets of the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Visit the Zentrum Paul Klee for art by Swiss painter Paul Klee, and enjoy a walk along the Aare River. Don't miss the Zytglogge, a medieval clock tower with an astronomical clock, and the Bundeshaus. You can also visit BearPark, admire the Gothic-style Bern Cathedral, and enjoy the views from Rosengarten.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Bern is ideal to explore its historic Old Town, visit the Bear Park, and enjoy the Rosengarten and local museums.

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