The average train between Manchester and Jena takes 14h 21m and the fastest train takes 11h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 every 4 hours between Manchester and Jena. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Jena at 5:20 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 14h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Jena. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Jena station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 21m.
Manchester to Jena train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Jena train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Jena West station.
Book your Manchester to Jena train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Manchester and Jena is 982.3 km. The road distance is 1,364 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Jena West via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Brussels-Midi, Bruxelles Midi, Frankfurt, and Erfurt Hbf in around 12h 52m.