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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Ulm to Schwäbisch Gmünd. Traveling by train from Ulm to Schwäbisch Gmünd usually takes around 2 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 42 minutes.
| Distance | 29 mi (46 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 42m |
| Lowest price | £17.60 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Ulm to Schwäbisch Gmünd?
There are 4 train lines with service from Ulm to Schwäbisch Gmünd. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 2h 9m | £17.60 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 2h 21m | £24.01 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 1 | 1h 46m | £23.44 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 1h 56m | £24.67 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Ulm to Schwäbisch Gmünd start from £24, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Schwäbisch Gmünd. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Ulm leaves from Ulm-Söflingen . And in Schwäbisch Gmünd trains arrive at Train Station .
From Ulm to Schwäbisch Gmünd train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 56 minutes. If you are looking to get to Schwäbisch Gmünd faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 42 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Ulm to Schwäbisch Gmünd. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Ulm at 01:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Ulm twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Schwäbisch Gmünd to Ulm.
City Information
Ulm
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Ulm boasts a rich history dating back to the 9th century, making it one of the best cities to explore Germany's past. Its most notable landmark is Ulm Minster, a Gothic church with the tallest steeple in the world. From the church, amble south into the Fischerviertel, a quarter blessed with cobblestone streets, picturesque footbridges, and charming cafes.
Ulm is the birthplace of the world-famous scientist Albert Einstein, and the site of his former home now preserves his legacy with the Albert Einstein Memorial. The sculptural memorial is a bit abstract, so you could also cross to the other side of the city to see Einstein Brunnen. This bizarre fountain has a sculpture of Einstein's head sticking out of it, with his tongue sticking out of his mouth.
You don't need to be an Einstein to figure out how to get to Ulm. Numerous coach companies provide routes to Ulm from cities like Berlin, Frankfurt, Krakow, and Paris. The German train network, Deutsche Bahn, also connects Ulm to various destinations by rail.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Ulm?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Ulm where you can board the train to Schwäbisch Gmünd.
All train stations in Ulm:
Train Station
Ulm-Söflingen
Where is the train station in Schwäbisch Gmünd?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Schwäbisch Gmünd has one train station.
Train stations in Schwäbisch Gmünd:
Train Station
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