Bus from Cologne to Ulm: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cologne to Ulm on March 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Cologne/Bonn Airport
International Bus Stop - 51CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:33 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Ulm

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Ulm. The journey takes about 3 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day
3h 19mAverage Duration
356 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$42 - $153Average Duration21h 20m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$33 - $380Average Duration3h 19m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Ulm by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Ulm?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Ulm start from $42. The average price for this route is around $106. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Ulm?

    The average bus travel time from Cologne to Ulm is 21h 20m, covering a distance of 344 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Ulm route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cologne to Ulm?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Ulm at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Ulm?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Ulm generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cologne to Ulm?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11492 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Ulm?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Ulm?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Ulm?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-16
$33
03-17
$54
Today
No data
03-19
$138
03-20
$163
03-21
$147
03-22
$147
03-23
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Ulm was searched and found on Mar 16, 2026 with a price of $33

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Ulm, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $163 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Ulm based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2026-03-19.

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