The average train between Wetzlar and Jena takes 6h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Wetzlar 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 Wetzlar and Jena. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wetzlar is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Jena at 6:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Gießen Bahnhof and take an average of 6h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 19m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Wetzlar 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 Wetzlar to Jena. However, there are services departing from Gießen Bahnhof station and arriving at Jena West station via Frankfurt station and Erfurt Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.
Wetzlar to Jena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Gießen Bahnhof station.
Wetzlar to Jena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Jena West station.
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The distance between Wetzlar and Jena is 220.9 km. The road distance is 254 km.
You can take a train from Wetzlar Bahnhof to Jena West via Gießen Bahnhof, Frankfurt, and Erfurt Hbf in around 5h 30m.