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

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Berlin is to rideshare which costs €9 - €18 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jena to Berlin is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Jena and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jena bus station station and arriving at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Berlin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jena Paradies and arriving at Berlin Hbf. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Jena to Berlin?

The distance between Jena and Berlin is 260 km. The road distance is 248.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Jena to Berlin without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €26 - €65.

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

The train from Jena Paradies to Berlin Hbf takes 2h 32m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Jena to Berlin bus from?

Jena to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Jena bus station.

Where do I catch the Jena to Berlin train from?

Jena to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Jena Paradies station.

Train or bus from Jena to Berlin?

The best way to get from Jena to Berlin is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs €26 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Jena to Berlin bus arrive?

Jena to Berlin bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Jena to Berlin train arrive?

Jena to Berlin train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Berlin Hbf station.

Can I drive from Jena to Berlin?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Berlin is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Jena to Berlin.

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

Book your Jena to Berlin train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Jena to Berlin?

Book your Jena to Berlin bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Berlin?

There are 2567+ hotels available in Berlin.

Can I share a ride from Jena to Berlin?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Jena and Berlin. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Jena to Berlin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Jena to Berlin by train, bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Jena Paradies to Berlin Hbftrain 17 / ...
2h 32m
€26–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Jena to Berlinrideshare 247.4 km
2h 56m
€9–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhofbus N780
3h 45m
€16–23
Drive 248.7 km
1. Drive from Jena to Berlincar 248.7 km
2h 22m
€35–50
Train via Halle (Saale)
1. Take the train from Jena Paradies to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Berlin Hbftrain 29 / ...
2h 42m
€34–76

Jena to Berlin by train

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.5 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Jena Paradies to Berlin Hbf twice daily. Tickets cost €26–65 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Jena bus station to Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof 5 times a week. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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