The average train between Mainz and Jena takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Mainz to Jena. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Mainz and Jena. The earliest departure is at 2:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Jena at 2:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Mainz to Jena? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Jena. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Jena station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Mainz to Jena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Jena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Jena West station.
Book your Mainz to Jena train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Jena is 256.8 km. The road distance is 337 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Jena West via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf in around 4h 11m.