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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Jena is to bus which costs €40 - €100 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Jena is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Jena?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz station to Jena station. However, there are services departing from Linz central train station and arriving at Jena bus station via Praha, ÚAN Florenc. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Jena?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Jena. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Jena West via Nürnberg Hbf and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Linz to Jena?

The distance between Linz and Jena is 555 km. The road distance is 440.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Jena without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 5h 6m and costs €60 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Linz to Jena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Jena bus from?

Linz to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Linz central train station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Jena train from?

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

Train or bus from Linz to Jena?

The best way to get from Linz to Jena is to train via Nuremberg which takes 5h 6m and costs €60 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €100 and takes 10h.

Where does the Linz to Jena bus arrive?

Linz to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Praha, ÚAN Florenc station.

Where does the Linz to Jena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Linz to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Jena is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Linz to Jena.

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

Book your Linz to Jena train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Jena?

There are 492+ hotels available in Jena.

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

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

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 Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena Westtrain Re3 / ...
5h 6m
€60–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz central train station to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus 197
2. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Jena bus stationbus N69 / ...
10h
€40–100
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Linz Wissensturm to Nuremberg Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Forchheim to Saalfeldtrain
3. Take the train from Saalfeld(Saale) to Jena Saalbftrain Rb / ...
9h 18m
€55–83
Drive 440.7 km
1. Drive from Linz to Jenacar 440.7 km
4h 58m
€72–103
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Salzburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane SZG - LEJ
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena Paradiestrain
9h 6m
€185–744
Train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena Westtrain Re3 / ...
5h 9m
€60–206

Linz to Jena by train

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 555.3 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Jena, Germany?

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Jena West via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Erfurt Hbf in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz central train station to Jena bus station via Praha, ÚAN Florenc in around 10h.

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