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

The cheapest way to get from Darmstadt to Ilmenau is to bus which costs €23 - €45 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darmstadt to Ilmenau is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Darmstadt and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct bus from Darmstadt station to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt central train station and arriving at Ilmenau, Wetzlarer Platz via Frankfurt central train station, Würzburg Main Station, Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof and Suhl, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Darmstadt and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct train from Darmstadt to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Darmstadt Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Stadtilm via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Darmstadt to Ilmenau?

The distance between Darmstadt and Ilmenau is 337 km. The road distance is 236.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Ilmenau without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs €150 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Darmstadt to Ilmenau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Ilmenau bus from?

Darmstadt to Ilmenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Darmstadt to Ilmenau train from?

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

Train or bus from Darmstadt to Ilmenau?

The best way to get from Darmstadt to Ilmenau is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs €150 - €360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €45 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Darmstadt to Ilmenau bus arrive?

Darmstadt to Ilmenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Würzburg Main Station.

Where does the Darmstadt to Ilmenau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darmstadt to Ilmenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Darmstadt to Ilmenau is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Darmstadt to Ilmenau.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilmenau?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain 12 / ...
5h 19m
€150–351
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Würzburg Main Stationbus N84 / ...
2. Take the bus from Würzburg Main Station to Zella-Mehlis stationbus N215
8h 37m
€24–42
Drive 236.3 km
1. Drive from Darmstadt to Ilmenaucar 236.3 km
2h 44m
€34–49
Train via Schweinfurt
1. Take the train from Frankfurt (Main) Süd to Schweinfurt Hbftrain Re54 / ...
2. Take the train from Schweinfurt Hbf to Suhltrain Re7
7h 47m
€67–130

Darmstadt to Ilmenau by train and bus

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Distance: 337.3 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €45–200 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darmstadt central train station to Ilmenau, Wetzlarer Platz via Frankfurt central train station, Würzburg Main Station, Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof, Suhl, Am Bahndamm, and Suhl, Bahnhof in around 8h 37m.

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