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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Jena

Composite routes from Cologne to Jena

Cheapest
3 h 34 min
Car
404 km.
from $22
Other
5 h 26 min
324 km.
from $127.17
5 h
Train, Plane
324 km.
from $342.20

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Leverkusen to Jena
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.98–$58.52

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Frankfurt to Schkeuditz
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.95–$330.79

Train operators

NS

Phone:
+31 30 751 5155
Website:
ns.nl/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.45–$62.34
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.17–$59.80

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.62–$54.71
Train from Frankfurt to Erfurt
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.61–$76.34
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.99–$31.81
Train from Köln Hbf to Jena
Ave. Duration:
5h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$101.78–$114.50
Train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M)
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$47.07–$53.43

Nightjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
nightjet.com/en/#/home
Train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$63.61–$203.56

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt
Ave. Duration:
7h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$47.07–$69.97

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt
Ave. Duration:
8h 24m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Abellio GmbH

Phone:
+49 30 21300130
Email:
info@abellio-mitteldeutschland.de
Website:
abellio.de/
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.36–$26.72

ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH

Phone:
0800 2235546
Website:
abellio.de/
Train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.63–$33.08

Preßnitztalbahn

Phone:
+49 37343 808037
Email:
verein@pressnitztalbahn.de
Website:
pressnitztalbahn.de/
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Cologne to Jena
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$30.53

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Jena?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Jena is to rideshare which costs $16.30 - $26.09 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Jena?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Jena is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Jena?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Jena station. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Jena bus station via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Jena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Jena West. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Cologne to Jena?

The distance between Cologne and Jena is 522 km. The road distance is 405.7 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Jena without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Jena without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 26m and costs $86.96 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Jena?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Cologne to Jena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Jena bus from?

Cologne to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Jena train from?

Cologne to Jena train services, operated by NS, depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Jena?

The best way to get from Cologne to Jena is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 5h 26m and costs $86.96 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Cologne to Jena bus arrive?

Cologne to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Jena bus station.

Where does the Cologne to Jena train arrive?

Cologne to Jena train services, operated by NS, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Jena is 406 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Cologne to Jena.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Jena?

Book your Cologne to Jena train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Jena?

There are 461+ hotels available in Jena. Prices start at $53.17 per night.

Can I share a ride from Cologne to Jena?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne and Jena. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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