Hamburg to Ulm by train

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Overview: trains from Hamburg to Ulm

Find the key information for travelling by train from Hamburg to Ulm, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:00 View journey
Last train 20:29 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 6hr 34m View journey
Distance (km) 575
Trains / day 33 View all
Cheapest journey £35.53 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 42m
Train operators 5

Travelling from Hamburg to Ulm by train

Want to know how to get from Hamburg to Ulm by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Hamburg to Ulm take around 6 hours and 34 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 575 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg is scheduled to depart at around  02:00. The last departure is usually at around 19:46 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Hamburg at around 01:00, with the last train leaving at around 20:29. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 33 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 14 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £35.53.

We think any time is a great time to visit Ulm, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Ulm.

Is there a direct train from Hamburg to Ulm?

Yes, there is a direct train from Hamburg to Ulm.

How long does it take to travel from Hamburg to Ulm?

The Hamburg to Ulm train travel takes about 6 hours and 34 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Hamburg to Ulm train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Ulm leaving Hamburg at around 02:00 and the last train leaving at around 19:46 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Hamburg at around 01:00, with the final departure at 20:29.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.