Train from Ulm to Zürich: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Ulm to Zürich on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Regional-ExpressTrain
Ulm Bahnhof
Zurich HB (Main Station)CheapestFastest
Regional-ExpressTrain
Ulm Bahnhof
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Regional-Express + EuroCity Train
Train
Ulm Bahnhof
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags
Regional-Express + EuroCity Train
Train
Ulm Bahnhof
Zurich HB (Main Station)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Ulm to Zürich

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
8h 55mAverage duration
100 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£20 - £73Average duration8h 55m
4kg CO₂e
Average price£46 - £86Average duration4h 8m
4kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price£16 - £16Average duration2h 40m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ulm to Zürich by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Ulm to Zürich?

    The cheapest train tickets from Ulm to Zürich start from £46. The average price for this train route is around £82. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Ulm to Zürich?

    The average train journey time from Ulm to Zürich is 4h 8m, covering a distance of 97 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 36m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.

  3. Which train operators serve the Ulm to Zürich route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ulm to Zürich?

    The earliest train from Ulm to Zürich departs at 06:10. And the latest train departs at 19:19.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Ulm to Zürich?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Ulm to Zürich?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Ulm to Zürich?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Ulm to Zürich?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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