How to travel from Ilmenau to Zurich

There are 3 options to travel between Ilmenau and Zurich including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Ilmenau to Zurich is a bus with an average price of €121.

This is compared to other travel options from Ilmenau to Zurich:

A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ilmenau to Zurich costing on average €168.

A bus is €337 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ilmenau to Zurich costing on average €458.

The fastest way to travel from Ilmenau to Zurich is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 33m.

Bus takes on average 17h 30m.

The distance from Ilmenau to Zurich is approximately 252 miles (407 km).

The average frequency per day from Ilmenau to Zurich is:

• Around 31 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ilmenau and Zurich as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ilmenau to Zurich:

• Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Ilmenau station and arrive in Zurich HB.
• Buses mostly depart from Zella-Mehlis, Bahnhof and arrive in Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ilmenau to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Zurich by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Zurich by train.

Omio customers who travel from Ilmenau to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.