How long is the trip from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau by bus?

The bus ride from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau takes 9h 5m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Ilmenau in about 9h 5m.

What is the travel distance from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?

Düsseldorf and Ilmenau are 297 km (184 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?

Buses departing from ZOB am Hbf in Düsseldorf will take you to Ilmenau (Busbahnhof) in Ilmenau.

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

The least expensive option to go from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau would be going by bus. Starting at US$43, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

How much does the bus ticket cost from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?

The bus from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau will cost you US$43, on average.

Is there an overnight bus from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?

Yes! If you're heading from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau, you'll find buses departing until 7:15am and arriving the next day.

Düsseldorf to Ilmenau Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$43 - US$44	Average Duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average PriceUS$60 - US$218	Average Duration5h 19m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Ilmenau. The journey takes about 5 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

5h 19mAverage Duration

US$60Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Düsseldorf to Ilmenau: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$43

Average Bus Trip Duration9h 5m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure1:25am

Distance295 km

Latest bus departure7:15am

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FlixBus

3.5/58,918 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 8918 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$43.00

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Düsseldorf to Ilmenau Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Düsseldorf and Ilmenau?

Stops in Düsseldorf

A - ZOB am Hbf

B - Hbf

C - Bastionstraße, 24

D - Kurfürstenstraße

E - Kasernenstraße

Stops in Ilmenau

A - Ilmenau (Busbahnhof)

Frequently asked questions on the trip Düsseldorf - Ilmenau

How long is the trip from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau by bus?
The bus ride from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau takes 9h 5m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Ilmenau in about 9h 5m.
What is the travel distance from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?
Düsseldorf and Ilmenau are 297 km (184 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?
Buses departing from ZOB am Hbf in Düsseldorf will take you to Ilmenau (Busbahnhof) in Ilmenau.
What is the cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?
The least expensive option to go from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau would be going by bus. Starting at US$43, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?
The bus from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau will cost you US$43, on average.
Is there an overnight bus from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?
Yes! If you're heading from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau, you'll find buses departing until 7:15am and arriving the next day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time9h 5m	Avg PriceUS$43	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time5h 19m	Avg PriceUS$152	Daily Departures13

Will you be returning to Düsseldorf by bus?

Bus from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau

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Train from Düsseldorf to Ilmenau

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