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

The cheapest way to get from Utrecht to Jena is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Utrecht to Jena is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs €95 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Utrecht and Jena?

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

Is there a direct train between Utrecht and Jena?

No, there is no direct train from Utrecht to Jena. However, there are services departing from Utrecht Centraal and arriving at Jena West via Frankfurt and Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Utrecht to Jena?

The distance between Utrecht and Jena is 697 km. The road distance is 542 km.

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

The best way to get from Utrecht to Jena without a car is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 56m and costs €120 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Utrecht to Jena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Jena bus from?

Utrecht to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum station.

Where do I catch the Utrecht to Jena train from?

Utrecht to Jena train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Utrecht Centraal station.

Train or bus from Utrecht to Jena?

The best way to get from Utrecht to Jena is to train via Frankfurt am Main which takes 6h 56m and costs €120 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 10h.

Where does the Utrecht to Jena bus arrive?

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

Where does the Utrecht to Jena train arrive?

Utrecht to Jena train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Utrecht to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Utrecht to Jena is 542 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Utrecht to Jena.

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

Book your Utrecht to Jena train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Jena?

There are 495+ hotels available in Jena.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Utrecht to Jena by train, bus, 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 via Frankfurt am Main
best
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain 50 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena Westtrain Re3 / ...
6h 56m
€120–288
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Jena bus stationbus N69
10h
€35–65
Drive 542 km
1. Drive from Utrecht to Jenacar 542 km
5h 13m
€96–139
Train
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Duisburg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Duisburg Hbf to Jena Paradiestrain 51
8h 5m
€100–166
Train #2
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Kassel-Wilhelmshöhetrain
2. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Heilbad Heiligenstadttrain Re
3. Take the train from Heilbad Heiligenstadt to Jena Westtrain Re1
8h 31m
€97–261

Utrecht to Jena by train

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6h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 697.2 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Utrecht, Netherlands and Jena, Germany?

You can take a train from Utrecht Centraal to Jena West via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Frankfurt, and Erfurt Hbf in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Utrecht Leidsche Rijn Centrum to Jena bus station once daily. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 10h.

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