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

The cheapest way to get from Dresden to Ilmenau is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dresden to Ilmenau is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Dresden and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct bus from Dresden station to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Dresden central station and arriving at Ilmenau, Busbahnhof via Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Dresden and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Dresden Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Stadtilm via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Dresden to Ilmenau?

The distance between Dresden and Ilmenau is 289 km. The road distance is 233.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Dresden to Ilmenau without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €140 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Dresden to Ilmenau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dresden to Ilmenau bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dresden to Ilmenau train from?

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

Train or bus from Dresden to Ilmenau?

The best way to get from Dresden to Ilmenau is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €140 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Dresden to Ilmenau bus arrive?

Dresden to Ilmenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Jena bus station.

Where does the Dresden to Ilmenau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dresden to Ilmenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Dresden to Ilmenau is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Dresden to Ilmenau.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilmenau?

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Dresden to Ilmenau - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 311 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
4h 9m
€143–310
Drive 233.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dresden to Ilmenaucar 233.7 km
2h 27m
€34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dresden central station to Jena bus stationbus N1305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz to Ilmenau, Busbahnhofbus 215
5h 1m
Train, line 311 bus
1. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Weimartrain Drf
2. Take the bus from Kranichfeld, Bahnhof to Ilmenau, Busbahnhofbus 311
5h 22m

Dresden to Ilmenau by train and bus

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4h 9mAverage Duration

€143Cheapest Price

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Distance: 289.1 km
Duration: 4h 9m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €40–180 and the journey takes 1h 56m. LEO Express also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dresden central station to Ilmenau, Busbahnhof via Jena bus station, Jena Paradies, Rudolstadt(Thuer), and Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz in around 5h 1m.

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