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

The cheapest way to get from Hanover to Ilmenau is to train and bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanover to Ilmenau is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Hanover and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Hannover Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Stadtilm via Göttingen and Neudietendorf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Hanover to Ilmenau?

The distance between Hanover and Ilmenau is 272 km. The road distance is 255.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanover to Ilmenau without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs €110 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Hanover to Ilmenau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanover to Ilmenau train from?

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

Where does the Hanover to Ilmenau train arrive?

Hanover to Ilmenau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Göttingen station.

Can I drive from Hanover to Ilmenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanover to Ilmenau is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Hanover to Ilmenau.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilmenau?

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Hanover to Ilmenau - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Göttingentrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Neudietendorftrain Re1 / ...
4h 52m
€119–264
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 25 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kassel to Erfurt central train stationbus N69
7h 34m
€37–69
Drive 255.6 km
1. Drive from Hanover to Ilmenaucar 255.6 km
2h 48m
€38–55

Hanover to Ilmenau by train and bus

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 272.2 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to Ilmenau, Albert-Pulvers-Straße via Göttingen, Neudietendorf, Stadtilm, and Stadtilm, Feldstraße in around 4h 52m.

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