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Trip Summary
12 trains operate daily from Wurzburg to Ilmenau. The train trip from Wurzburg to Ilmenau is usually about 4 hours and 12 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as 3 hours.
| Distance | 75 mi (121 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 0m |
| Lowest price | $35.45 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Wurzburg to Ilmenau?
Deutsche Bahn is the one and only train line which connects Wurzburg to Ilmenau. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 12 | 4h 12m | $63.32 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Wurzburg and Ilmenau is approximately 75 miles, or 121 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Wurzburg to Ilmenau. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Wurzburg at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Ilmenau to Wurzburg.
City Information
Wurzburg
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Wurzburg is a large city in the state of Bavaria. Famously known for its amazing dry white wines, the city is a popular destination not just for oenophiles but also for tourists. The city is blessed with many popular landmarks, but the most popular is Würzburger Residenz: a massive palatial compound and a recognized UNESCO World Heritage Site. The palace boasts impressive Baroque architecture, inspiring frescoes, and meticulously-designed gardens. Festung Marienberg, a 13-century fortress, is another historical landmark, and the fortress' hilltop location offers an unobstructed view of the entire city.
Wurzburg, and the Franconian region as a whole, really gain their reputations from their wines. Some notable wineries to check out include Weingut Juliusspital and Staatlicher Hofkeller, which both offer guided tours of their wine cellars.
Wurzburg does not have its own commercial airport, so flights generally arrive in Nuremberg or Frankfurt, each over 50 miles away. Instead, taking a bus or train offers direct service into the center of Wurzburg. Bus lines include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Sindbad, arriving at several stations in the city. Train service operates through the Hauptbahnhof near the city center, and thousands of routes are available to book with Deutsche Bahn. Some of the more popular of these routes include Wurzburg to Frankfurt, Munich, and Prague.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Wurzburg?
Main departure station: Würzburg-Zell
There is one train station in Wurzburg.
All train stations in Wurzburg:
Würzburg-Zell
Where is the train station in Ilmenau?
Main arrival station: Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe
Ilmenau receives travelers from Wurzburg at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Ilmenau:
Ilmenau Pörlitzer Höhe
Ilmenau-Roda
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