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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Jena
Cheapest price
$162
Average price
$170
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Jena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Jena will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $162.
Of the 3 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Jena on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 338 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 6 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:22 AM4h29Düsseldorf11:51 AMJena$1621One-way0 transfers- 5:36 AM6h43Düsseldorf12:19 PMJena$1651One-way0 transfers
- 4:22 AM4h58Düsseldorf9:20 AMJena$1831One-way0 transfers
- 7:22 AM4h29Düsseldorf11:51 AMJena$1621One-way0 transfers
- 4:22 AM4h58Düsseldorf9:20 AMJena$1831One-way0 transfers
- 5:36 AM6h43Düsseldorf12:19 PMJena$1651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Jena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $394.
Distance: 210 miles (338 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $520 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Jena:
A bus is $87 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Jena costing on average $125 (€102).
A bus is $483 (€395) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Jena costing on average $520 (€426).
Other travel options to Jena take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 4m.
Flight takes on average 6h 46m.
Tickets start at around $125 (€102) compared to roughly $75 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-49.37 (€-40.41). The journey takes 5h 10m versus 5h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Jena train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Jena trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 2206 · ICE 1545 · ICE 787 · 3661 | On time 8:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h08 | 2:20 PM Jena West station | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 529 · ICE 930 · 3909 | On time 8:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h57 | 1:19 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| 10211 · ICE 143 · ICE 587 · 26109 | 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h45 | 3:51 PM Jena West station | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 621 · ICE 759 · 3661 | On time 9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h58 | 2:20 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Jena
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Jena run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (338 km) distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 210 miles (338 km) |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Jena trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Jena from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Jena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Jena by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Jena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Jena
Most Düsseldorf to Jena trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Jena West station pair, with some services arriving at Jena Paradies. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Jena train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Jena leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Which Jena station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Jena West from Jena city centre
Jena West is 1 km from Jena city centre. Public transport options include:
Jena West train station facilities and services
Jena West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Eiscafe RIVA, Portofino, Wein-Tanne, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Jena West. ATMs are available at Jena West.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Jena West. Information desks are available at Jena West.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Jena West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Jena West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Jena West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Jena West.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Thüringer Hof, Hotel Vielharmonie, Hotel Rasenmühle.
Getting to Jena Paradies from Jena city centre
Jena Paradies train station facilities and services
Jena Paradies has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Eiscafe RIVA, Portofino, Wein-Tanne, Subway
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Jena Paradies. ATMs are available at Jena Paradies.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Jena Paradies. Information desks are available at Jena Paradies.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Jena Paradies. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Jena Paradies: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Jena Paradies: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Jena Paradies.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Thüringer Hof, Hotel Vielharmonie, Hotel Rasenmühle.
Getting to Jena-Göschwitz from Jena city centre
Jena-Göschwitz is 4 km from Jena city centre. Public transport options include:
Jena-Göschwitz train station facilities and services
Jena-Göschwitz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gleis3viertel, Imbiss, Diener's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Jena-Göschwitz. ATMs are available at Jena-Göschwitz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Jena-Göschwitz. Information desks are available at Jena-Göschwitz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Jena-Göschwitz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Jena-Göschwitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Jena-Göschwitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Jena-Göschwitz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Haus Orchideental.
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