Ulm to Munich by train
Munich lies 121 km (75 mi) east of Ulm, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 56 min at the speeds typical of Germany rail, over roughly 147 km (92 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ulm | Munich | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 120,451 | 1.5 million |
| Elevation | 480 m (1,575 ft) | 524 m (1,719 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Stations on record | Ulm Hauptbahnhof, Ulm Ost, Ulm-Söflingen station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Ulm to Munich
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Staying in Munich
Our booking partner lists 873 places to stay in Munich. Of the 542 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (295), and 16 are five-star. Across 501 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 1,647,941 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Munich from Ulm?
121 km (75 mi) in a straight line, east of Ulm; by road roughly 147 km (92 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ulm to Munich by train?
About 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ulm and Munich?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where can I stay in Munich?
Our booking partner lists 873 places to stay in Munich, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.