- Must visit
National Museum
Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
6 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ilmenau to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ilmenau to Prague will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ilmenau for Prague on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 52 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 57 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ilmenau to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 159 miles (257 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ilmenau to Prague:
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ilmenau to Prague costing on average $108 (€88).
Other travel options to Prague take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 40m.
Tickets start at around $108 (€88) compared to roughly $75 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-32.93 (€-26.78). The journey takes 6h 11m versus 4h 19m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Ilmenau to Prague trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:18 AM Ilmenau | 6h52 | 1:10 PM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:18 AM Ilmenau | 6h57 | 2:15 PM Prague | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Ilmenau to Prague run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 159 miles (257 km) distance in 5h 57m.
Distance 159 miles (257 km) |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 57m |
First train 6:28 AM |
Last train 8:45 PM |
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Major museum of Czech history and natural sciences in a monumental Neo-Renaissance building overlooking Wenceslas Square.
Well-curated Jewish history museum across several historic sites. Important for understanding Prague's Jewish heritage and resilience.
Leading Czech art museum with medieval to modern works in a grand historic palace. Essential for fine art and decorative arts lovers.
Historic square at Prague's core, surrounded by Gothic and Baroque landmarks. A must for first-time visitors and classic city views.
Lively boulevard of Czech modern history, lined with shops and major buildings. Worth visiting for atmosphere and historic significance.
Romantic quarter of palaces, lanes, and church domes beneath Prague Castle. Ideal for wandering, photography, and quieter historic charm.
Slow-braised beef in a creamy root-vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings. A classic Czech Sunday dish strongly linked to Bohemian home cooking.
Crisp roasted pork knuckle, often served with mustard, horseradish, and pickles. A hearty pub staple popular with Czech beer culture.
Roast pork with sauerkraut and dumplings. This iconic Czech combination is a cornerstone of traditional pub and family meals.
Traditional Czech restaurant and brewery by Prague Castle, praised for roast meats, dumplings, and polished historic interiors.
Upscale restaurant focused on Czech ingredients and game, with sophisticated service in an Art Nouveau municipal house setting.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for modern Czech tasting menus in a refined setting near the Vltava.
Moderate for Europe: transit is cheap, casual meals are reasonable, and hotels in the center can raise daily costs in peak season.
Service is often not included. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up for cafes, and round up or add about 10% for taxis if service is good.
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Praha hlavní nádraží -> Václavské náměstí, Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ilmenau to Prague 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 Prague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ilmenau to Prague trains use the Ilmenau to Praha hlavní nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha-Holesovice. Use this guide to compare Ilmenau and Prague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: City-Grill, MaBe`s Grillbar, Subway, Ratskeller
Wi-Fi is available at Ilmenau. ATMs are available at Ilmenau.
Ticket office support is available at Ilmenau. Information desks are available at Ilmenau.
Luggage storage is available at Ilmenau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ilmenau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ilmenau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilmenau.
Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe is 1 km from Ilmenau city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: ASIA Restaurant MEKONG, Asian Wok, Efes Bistro, Sharma's Restaurant
Wi-Fi is available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe. ATMs are available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe.
Ticket office support is available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe. Information desks are available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe.
Luggage storage is available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe.
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
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