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

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Gotha is to rideshare which costs €4 - €7 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jena to Gotha is to drive which takes 49 min and costs €10 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Jena and Gotha?

No, there is no direct bus from Jena station to Gotha. However, there are services departing from Jena bus station and arriving at Gotha via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Gotha?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jena West and arriving at Gotha. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Jena to Gotha?

The distance between Jena and Gotha is 71 km. The road distance is 72.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Jena to Gotha without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs €14 - €30.

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

The train from Jena West to Gotha takes 50 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Jena to Gotha bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jena to Gotha train from?

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

Train or bus from Jena to Gotha?

The best way to get from Jena to Gotha is to train which takes 50 min and costs €14 - €30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €15 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Jena to Gotha bus arrive?

Jena to Gotha bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Erfurt central train station.

Where does the Jena to Gotha train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jena to Gotha?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Gotha is 72 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Jena to Gotha.

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

Book your Jena to Gotha train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gotha?

There are 1022+ hotels available in Gotha.

Can I share a ride from Jena to Gotha?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Jena to Gotha by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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 West to GothaRe1
50 min
€14–30
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Jena to Gotha72.1 km
1h 7m
€4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Erfurt central train stationN1305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Erfurt Hbf to GothaRb20
1h 38m
€11–15
Drive 72.1 km
1. Drive from Jena to Gotha72.1 km
49 min
€11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jena to Gotha72.1 km
49 min
€240–290

Jena to Gotha by train

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Distance: 71.3 km
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Jena, Germany and Gotha, Thuringia, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Jena West to Gotha every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 50 min. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jena bus station to Gotha via Erfurt central train station and Erfurt Hbf in around 1h 38m.

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