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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Ilmenau
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Ilmenau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Ilmenau will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hamburg for Ilmenau on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 327 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:13 AM4h25Hamburg11:38 AMIlmenau$1091One-way0 transfers- 6:29 AM5h37Hamburg12:06 PMIlmenau$1731One-way0 transfers
- 7:13 AM4h25Hamburg11:38 AMIlmenau$1091One-way0 transfers
- 6:29 AM5h37Hamburg12:06 PMIlmenau$1731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Hamburg to Ilmenau
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Ilmenau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 203 miles (327 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$135 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 20m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg to Ilmenau:
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Ilmenau costing on average $135 (€111).
Other travel options to Ilmenau take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 50m.
Tickets start at around $135 (€111) compared to roughly $73 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-62.37 (€-51.05). The journey takes 5h 4m versus 4h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Hamburg to Ilmenau train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Ilmenau trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:29 AM Hamburg | 5h37 | 12:06 PM Ilmenau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:13 AM Hamburg | 4h25 | 11:38 AM Ilmenau | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Ilmenau
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Trains from Hamburg to Ilmenau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€89) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (327 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 203 miles (327 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€89) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Ilmenau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Ilmenau by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilmenau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Ilmenau
Most Hamburg to Ilmenau trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Ilmenau station pair, with some services arriving at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Ilmenau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Ilmenau leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Altona from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Altona is 5 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Altona train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Altona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ethio, Trattoria Toscana, Marta, Pavillon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Altona. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Altona. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Altona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Altona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Altona.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schanzenstern Bio-Restaurant, Hotel Hamburg Altona, Hotel Central, Best Western Raphael Hotel Altona.
Which Ilmenau station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to Ilmenau from Ilmenau city centre
Ilmenau train station facilities and services
Ilmenau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: City-Grill, MaBe`s Grillbar, Subway, Ratskeller
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ilmenau. ATMs are available at Ilmenau.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ilmenau. Information desks are available at Ilmenau.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ilmenau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilmenau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilmenau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilmenau.
Getting to Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe from Ilmenau city centre
Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe is 1 km from Ilmenau city centre. Public transport options include:
Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe train station facilities and services
Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: ASIA Restaurant MEKONG, Asian Wok, Efes Bistro, Sharma's Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe. ATMs are available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe. Information desks are available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe.
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