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

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Ilmenau is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Ilmenau is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund station to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Dortmund central bus station and arriving at Ilmenau, Busbahnhof via Kassel and Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct train from Dortmund to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Stadtilm via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Ilmenau?

The distance between Dortmund and Ilmenau is 422 km. The road distance is 312.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Dortmund to Ilmenau without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs €160 - €420.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Dortmund to Ilmenau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Ilmenau bus from?

Dortmund to Ilmenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Ilmenau train from?

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

Train or bus from Dortmund to Ilmenau?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Ilmenau is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs €160 - €420. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Dortmund to Ilmenau bus arrive?

Dortmund to Ilmenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Dortmund to Ilmenau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dortmund to Ilmenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Ilmenau is 313 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Dortmund to Ilmenau.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Dortmund to Ilmenau by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 51
5h 46m
€168–412
Drive 312.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dortmund to Ilmenaucar 312.6 km
3h 12m
€45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Kasselbus 264 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Jena bus stationbus N69
3. Take the bus from Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz to Ilmenau, Busbahnhofbus 215
9h 1m

Dortmund to Ilmenau by train and bus

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 422 km
Duration: 5h 46m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Erfurt Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €65–290 and the journey takes 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Ilmenau, Busbahnhof via Kassel, Jena bus station, Jena Paradies, Rudolstadt(Thuer), and Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz in around 9h 1m.

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