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

The cheapest way to get from Ilmenau to Stuttgart is to rideshare which costs €15 - €25 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilmenau to Stuttgart is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Ilmenau and Stuttgart?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilmenau to Stuttgart. However, there are services departing from Ilmenau, Wetzlarer Platz and arriving at Kornwestheim via Suhl, Am Bahndamm and Zella-Mehlis station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ilmenau and Stuttgart?

No, there is no direct train from Ilmenau to Stuttgart. However, there are services departing from Suhl and arriving at Stuttgart Hbf via Wuerzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Ilmenau to Stuttgart?

The distance between Ilmenau and Stuttgart is 346 km. The road distance is 293.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ilmenau to Stuttgart without a car is to train via Würzburg which takes 5h 58m and costs €50 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Ilmenau to Stuttgart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilmenau to Stuttgart bus from?

Ilmenau to Stuttgart bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zella-Mehlis station.

Where do I catch the Ilmenau to Stuttgart train from?

Ilmenau to Stuttgart train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Suhl station.

Train or bus from Ilmenau to Stuttgart?

The best way to get from Ilmenau to Stuttgart is to train via Würzburg which takes 5h 58m and costs €50 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Ilmenau to Stuttgart bus arrive?

Ilmenau to Stuttgart bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kornwestheim station.

Where does the Ilmenau to Stuttgart train arrive?

Ilmenau to Stuttgart train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ilmenau to Stuttgart?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilmenau to Stuttgart is 293 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Ilmenau to Stuttgart.

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

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Where can I stay near Stuttgart?

There are 1553+ hotels available in Stuttgart.

Can I share a ride from Ilmenau to Stuttgart?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Ilmenau and Stuttgart. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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Train via Würzburg
best
1. Take the train from Suhl to Würzburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Wuerzburg Hbf to Stuttgart Hbftrain Re
5h 58m
€53–183
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Ilmenau to Stuttgartrideshare 293.3 km
3h 28m
€15–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zella-Mehlis station to Kornwestheimbus N215
7h 29m
€25–43
Train
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain 11
6h
€177–458
Drive 293.2 km
1. Drive from Ilmenau to Stuttgartcar 293.2 km
2h 54m
€42–61

Ilmenau to Stuttgart by bus and train

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Distance: 346.3 km
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Ilmenau, Wetzlarer Platz to Stuttgart Hbf via Suhl, Bahnhof, Suhl, Würzburg Hbf, and Wuerzburg Hbf in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zella-Mehlis station to Kornwestheim once daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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