How to travel from Ulm to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ulm to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $41.

Distance: 293 miles (472 km)

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Driving

$121

Average price

$51

Average price

Cheapest

$216

Average price

$112

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 49m

Average total duration

6h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 13m

Average total duration

7h 43m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

6h 3m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.8kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Eurowings

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $51 (€42).

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

A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Vienna costing on average $121 (€98).

A bus is $164 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm to Vienna costing on average $216 (€175).

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 19m.

Bus takes on average 7h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ulm and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ulm to Vienna among Omio's users.

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from Ulm to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 565 · RJX 69
    1:36 PM5h56
    Ulm Hbf
    7:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $471One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 565 · RJX 69
    1:36 PM5h56
    Ulm Hbf
    7:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $471One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS186
    3:30 PM1h05
    Munich Airport
    4:35 PMVienna International Airport
    $4551One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 211 · RJX 19917
    2:56 PM5h36
    Ulm Hbf
    8:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 567 · RJX 261
    3:36 PM5h56
    Ulm Hbf
    9:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 211+ÖBB | InterCityIC 747
    2:56 PM6h07
    Ulm Hbf
    9:03 PMVienna Hbf
    $561One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:30 PM8h15
    Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße
    8:45 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:50 AM7h55
    Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße
    4:45 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:55 PM7h45
    Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße
    10:40 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $581One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1012+Austrian AirlinesOS210
    7:33 AM7h32
    Ulm Hbf
    3:05 PMVienna International Airport
    $2091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 564 · ICE 216+Austrian AirlinesOS220
    2:20 PM8h45
    Ulm Hbf
    11:05 PMVienna International Airport
    $2171One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 216+Austrian AirlinesOS220
    1:54 PM9h11
    Ulm Hbf
    11:05 PMVienna International Airport
    $2171One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Ulm to Vienna

Travel to Vienna 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 Vienna.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Ulm and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ulm to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $51 (€42).

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

A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Vienna costing on average $121 (€98).

A bus is $164 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm to Vienna costing on average $216 (€175).

The fastest way to travel from Ulm to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 11m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 19m.

Bus takes on average 7h 43m.

The distance from Ulm to Vienna is approximately 293 miles (472 km).
The average frequency per day from Ulm to Vienna is:
  • Around 76 flights per day.
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ulm and Vienna 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 Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ulm Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ulm to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International, Eurobus SK to go to Vienna by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ulm to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Avion Express Malta.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Westbahn, EuroNight.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International, Eurobus SK.
Omio customers who travel from Ulm to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.
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