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 €15 - €24 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 36m and costs €55 - €85.

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 45m.

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 477 km. The road distance is 397.9 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 4h 38m and costs €50 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m 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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf 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 4h 38m and costs €50 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 7h 45m.

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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Jena is 398 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Cologne to Jena.

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

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Where can I stay near Jena?

There are 491+ hotels available in Jena.

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.

Cologne to Jena - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Cologne to Jena by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena Westtrain Re3 / ...
4h 38m
€52–156
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Jenarideshare 397 km
4h 26m
€15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Jena bus stationbus 020
7h 45m
€30–45
Drive 397.9 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Jenacar 397.9 km
3h 36m
€57–81
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena Paradiestrain
4h 53m
€124–256
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Jena Westtrain 51
5h 56m
€65–160

Cologne to Jena by train

114Weekly Trains

4h 38mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 477.2 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Jena, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Jena West via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Jena bus station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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