The cheapest and fastest trains from Ilmenau to Essen
Cheapest price
$137
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
6 h 17 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilmenau to Essen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilmenau to Essen will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ilmenau for Essen on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 17 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 17 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ilmenau to Essen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilmenau to Essen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a train costs an average of €112.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€112 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest |
6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Ilmenau to Essen by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ilmenau to Essen
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $137 (€112) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 17m |
First train 08:12 |
Last train 19:00 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Ilmenau to Essen start from as low as $137 (€112) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $137 (€112) depending on the train type and class.
FAQs: Trains from Ilmenau to Essen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilmenau to Essen 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 Essen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ilmenau to Essen
- City-Grill
- MaBe`s Grillbar
- Subway
- Ratskeller
- Monday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Kiepenkerl
- Cafe Extrablatt
- Tacos
- Ambassador
- Gästearpartment Dahl
- WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus
- Motel One
- Bollywood Express - Pizza & More
- Haus Wilmes
- Mana Mana
- Karawane
- Webers
- Burger King
- Werner
- Bückmannsmühle
- Muckel-Eis
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