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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Jena is to rideshare which costs €17 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Jena is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Jena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paderborn and arriving at Jena bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Jena?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Jena. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Jena Paradies via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe and Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Jena?

The distance between Paderborn and Jena is 266 km. The road distance is 257.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Jena without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs €18 - €35.

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

The bus from Paderborn to Jena bus station takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Jena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Jena train from?

Paderborn to Jena train services, operated by National Express, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Jena?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Jena is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Paderborn to Jena bus arrive?

Paderborn to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Jena bus station.

Where does the Paderborn to Jena train arrive?

Paderborn to Jena train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Jena is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Paderborn to Jena.

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

Book your Paderborn to Jena train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Jena?

There are 512+ hotels available in Jena.

Can I share a ride from Paderborn to Jena?

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

Paderborn to Jena - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Paderborn to Jena by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Jena bus stationbus N69
4h 10m
€18–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Paderborn to Jenarideshare 256.6 km
3h 49m
€17
Train
1. Take the train from Paderborn Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain Re
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena Paradiestrain Rb
6h 39m
Drive 257.5 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Jenacar 257.5 km
3h 2m
€37–53

Paderborn to Jena by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 10mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paderborn to Jena.

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Distance: 266.3 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Paderborn to Jena bus station once daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Jena Paradies via Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 6h 39m.

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