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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Ilmenau is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Ilmenau is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Ilmenau, Busbahnhof via Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Stadtilm via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Ilmenau?

The distance between Paderborn and Ilmenau is 314 km. The road distance is 235.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Ilmenau without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs €170 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Paderborn to Ilmenau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Ilmenau bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Ilmenau train from?

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

Train or bus from Paderborn to Ilmenau?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Ilmenau is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs €170 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Paderborn to Ilmenau bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paderborn to Ilmenau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paderborn to Ilmenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Ilmenau is 236 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Paderborn to Ilmenau.

Where can I stay near Ilmenau?

There are 789+ hotels available in Ilmenau.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbftrain 51
4h 39m
€177–326
Drive 235.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Paderborn to Ilmenaucar 235.8 km
2h 40m
€34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Jena bus stationbus N69
2. Take the bus from Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz to Ilmenau, Busbahnhofbus 215
7h 1m
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Göttingentrain Rb85
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Neudietendorftrain Re1 / ...
6h 14m
€172–310

Paderborn to Ilmenau by train and bus

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Distance: 313.9 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €45–200 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paderborn to Ilmenau, Busbahnhof via Jena bus station, Jena Paradies, Rudolstadt(Thuer), and Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz in around 7h 1m.

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