What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Ilmenau?

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Ilmenau is to bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 6h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berlin to Ilmenau?

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Ilmenau is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Ilmenau, Wetzlarer Platz via Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof and Suhl, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Berlin and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct train from Berlin to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Berlin Hbf and arriving at Stadtilm via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Berlin to Ilmenau?

The distance between Berlin and Ilmenau is 310 km. The road distance is 319.9 km.

How do I travel from Berlin to Ilmenau without a car?

The best way to get from Berlin to Ilmenau without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €160 - €310.

How long does it take to get from Berlin to Ilmenau?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Berlin to Ilmenau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Ilmenau bus from?

Berlin to Ilmenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Ilmenau train from?

Berlin to Ilmenau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Berlin Hbf station.

Train or bus from Berlin to Ilmenau?

The best way to get from Berlin to Ilmenau is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs €160 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Berlin to Ilmenau bus arrive?

Berlin to Ilmenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zella-Mehlis station.

Where does the Berlin to Ilmenau train arrive?

Berlin to Ilmenau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Berlin to Ilmenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Ilmenau is 320 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Berlin to Ilmenau.

How do I get a train ticket from Berlin to Ilmenau?

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Where can I stay near Ilmenau?

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Berlin to Ilmenau - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Berlin to Ilmenau by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Stadtilmtrain Rb
3h 51m
€161–310
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Zella-Mehlis stationbus N215
6h 46m
€25–40
Drive 319.9 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Ilmenaucar 319.9 km
3h 16m
€46–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Rudolstadt(Thuer)train Rb
3. Take the bus from Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz to Ilmenau, Busbahnhofbus 215
5h 21m

Berlin to Ilmenau by train and bus

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 310 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Ilmenau, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Berlin Hbf to Ilmenau, Albert-Pulvers-Straße via Erfurt Hbf, Stadtilm, and Stadtilm, Feldstraße in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Zella-Mehlis station once daily. Tickets cost €25–40 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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