The average train between Potsdam and Jena takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Potsdam 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 Potsdam and Jena. The earliest departure is at 4:49 AM at night, and the last departure from Potsdam is at 7:32 PM which arrives into Jena at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer at Berlin Hbf and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Potsdam 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 Potsdam to Jena. However, there are services departing from Potsdam station and arriving at Jena station via Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Potsdam to Jena train services, operated by ODEG, depart from Berlin Hbf station.
Potsdam to Jena train services, operated by ODEG, arrive at Jena Paradies station.
The distance between Potsdam and Jena is 192.6 km. The road distance is 274 km.
You can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Jena Paradies via Berlin Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 3h 32m.