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

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Ilmenau is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prague to Ilmenau is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct bus from Prague to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arriving at Ilmenau, Busbahnhof via Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Ilmenau?

No, there is no direct train from Prague to Ilmenau. However, there are services departing from Praha-Holesovice and arriving at Stadtilm via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Prague to Ilmenau?

The distance between Prague and Ilmenau is 474 km. The road distance is 322.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Prague to Ilmenau without a car is to train via Dresden which takes 7h 18m and costs €170 - €390.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Prague to Ilmenau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prague to Ilmenau bus from?

Prague to Ilmenau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Ilmenau train from?

Prague to Ilmenau train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha-Holesovice station.

Train or bus from Prague to Ilmenau?

The best way to get from Prague to Ilmenau is to train via Dresden which takes 7h 18m and costs €170 - €390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Prague to Ilmenau bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prague to Ilmenau train arrive?

Prague to Ilmenau train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Dresden-Neustadt station.

Can I drive from Prague to Ilmenau?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Ilmenau is 322 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Prague to Ilmenau.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilmenau?

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There are 5 ways to get from Prague to Ilmenau by train, bus, or car

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Train via Dresden
best
1. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden-Neustadttrain Rj
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
7h 18m
€178–381
Drive 322.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Prague to Ilmenaucar 322.3 km
3h 53m
€50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Jena bus stationbus N69 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz to Ilmenau, Busbahnhofbus 215
7h 36m
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Erfurt Hbftrain Ec
9h 7m
€207–289
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavní nádraží to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Drf
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Rudolstadt(Thuer)train Rb
3. Take the bus from Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz to Ilmenau, Busbahnhofbus 215
9h 36m

Prague to Ilmenau by train and bus

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7h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 473.6 km
Duration: 7h 18m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Ilmenau, Thuringia, Germany?

You can take a train from Praha-Holesovice to Ilmenau, Albert-Pulvers-Straße via Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt, Erfurt Hbf, Stadtilm, and Stadtilm, Feldstraße Ersatzhaltestelle in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Ilmenau, Busbahnhof via Jena bus station, Jena Paradies, Rudolstadt(Thuer), and Rudolstadt, ZOB/Rudolf-Herzer-Platz in around 7h 36m.

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