What is the cheapest way to get from Jena to Apolda?

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Apolda is to drive which costs €2 - €4 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Jena to Apolda?

The fastest way to get from Jena to Apolda is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs €50 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Jena and Apolda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jena, Stadtzentrum Holzmarkt and arriving at Apolda, Busbahnhof. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Apolda?

No, there is no direct train from Jena to Apolda. However, there are services departing from Jena West and arriving at Apolda via Weimar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Jena to Apolda?

The distance between Jena and Apolda is 18 km. The road distance is 16 km.

How do I travel from Jena to Apolda without a car?

The best way to get from Jena to Apolda without a car is to line 280 bus which takes 30 min and costs .

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

The line 280 bus from Jena, Stadtzentrum Holzmarkt to Apolda, Busbahnhof takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Jena to Apolda bus from?

Jena to Apolda bus services, operated by Personenverkehrsgesellschaft mbH Weimarer Land, depart from Jena, Stadtzentrum Holzmarkt station.

Where do I catch the Jena to Apolda train from?

Jena to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Jena West station.

Train or bus from Jena to Apolda?

The best way to get from Jena to Apolda is to line 280 bus which takes 30 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €45 and takes 31 min.

Where does the Jena to Apolda train arrive?

Jena to Apolda train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Weimar station.

Can I drive from Jena to Apolda?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Apolda is 16 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Jena to Apolda.

Where can I stay near Apolda?

There are 589+ hotels available in Apolda.

Jena to Apolda - 4 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Jena to Apolda by bus, train, taxi, or car

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

Line 280 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jena, Stadtzentrum Holzmarkt to Apolda, Busbahnhof280 / ...
30 min
Drive 16 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Jena to Apolda16 km
16 min
€3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Jena West to WeimarRe1 / ...
2. Take the train from Weimar to ApoldaRe
31 min
€11–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jena to Apolda16 km
16 min
€50–65

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Distance: 17.7 km
Duration: 30 min

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

Personenverkehrsgesellschaft mbH Weimarer Land operates a bus from Jena, Stadtzentrum Holzmarkt to Apolda, Busbahnhof hourly, and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Jena West to Apolda via Weimar in around 31 min.

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