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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Jena is to rideshare which costs €9 - €15 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Jena is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Jena?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam to Jena station. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Jena bus station via Berlin Airport BER. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Jena?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Jena. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Jena Paradies via Berlin Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Jena?

The distance between Potsdam and Jena is 274 km. The road distance is 220 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Jena without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €35 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Potsdam to Jena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Jena bus from?

Potsdam to Jena bus services, operated by Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Jena train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Jena?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Jena is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €35 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Potsdam to Jena bus arrive?

Potsdam to Jena bus services, operated by Günter Anger Güterverkehrs GmbH & Co. Omnibusvermietung KG, arrive at Flughafen BER station.

Where does the Potsdam to Jena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Jena is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Potsdam to Jena.

Where can I stay near Jena?

There are 493+ hotels available in Jena.

Can I share a ride from Potsdam to Jena?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Potsdam to Jena 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 Berlin Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena Paradiestrain Rb
3h 24m
€37–111
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Potsdam to Jenarideshare 220.5 km
2h 30m
€9–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERbus Ber2
2. Take the bus from Berlin Airport BER to Jena bus stationbus 1389 / ...
5h 8m
Drive 220 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Jenacar 220 km
2h 3m
€32–45
Train via Dessau
1. Take the train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Dessau Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain S8 / ...
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Jena Paradiestrain Rb
5h 28m
€44–68

Potsdam to Jena by train

220Weekly Trains

3h 24mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.2 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Jena Paradies via Berlin Hbf and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Jena bus station via Flughafen BER and Berlin Airport BER in around 5h 8m.

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