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 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?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Jena West. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Jena?

The distance between Paderborn and Jena is 303 km. The road distance is 255.9 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 train which takes 3h 24m and costs €55 - €65.

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

The train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Jena West takes 3h 24m including transfers and departs twice 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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Jena?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Jena is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €55 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €35 and takes 4h 10m.

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 Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Jena West station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Jena is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 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 490+ 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Paderborn to Jena by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Jena West51
3h 24m
€55–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Paderborn to Jena255.9 km
3h 49m
€17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Jena bus stationN69
4h 10m
€22–35
Train via Göttingen
1. Take the train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to GöttingenRb85
2. Take the train from Göttingen to Jena WestRe1
5h 3m
€62–76
Drive 255.9 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Jena255.9 km
3h
€36–52

Paderborn to Jena by train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 303.1 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Paderborn, Hauptbahnhof to Jena West twice daily. Tickets cost €55–65 and the journey takes 3h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paderborn to Jena bus station once daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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