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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Ilmenau is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Ilmenau is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Leipzig-Plagwitz and arriving at Stadtilm via Saalfeld(Saale). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Ilmenau?

The distance between Leipzig and Ilmenau is 171 km. The road distance is 156.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Ilmenau without a car is to train and line 311 bus which takes 2h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Leipzig to Ilmenau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Ilmenau train from?

Leipzig to Ilmenau train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, depart from Leipzig-Plagwitz station.

Where does the Leipzig to Ilmenau train arrive?

Leipzig to Ilmenau train services, operated by Preßnitztalbahn, arrive at Saalfeld(Saale) station.

Can I drive from Leipzig to Ilmenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Ilmenau is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Leipzig to Ilmenau.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilmenau?

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

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

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Train, line 311 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Stadtilmtrain Rb
3. Take the bus from Stadtilm, Feldstraße to Ilmenau, Albert-Pulvers-Straßebus 311
2h 53m
Drive 156.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Leipzig to Ilmenaucar 156.5 km
1h 59m
€23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Rudolstadt(Thuer)train Re
2. Take the bus from Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz to Ilmenau, Busbahnhofbus 215
3h 54m
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig-Plagwitz to Saalfeld(Saale)train Rb / ...
4h 31m
€499–546

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Distance: 170.6 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Preßnitztalbahn operates a train from Leipzig-Plagwitz to Saalfeld(Saale) hourly. Tickets cost €400–440 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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