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Compare train and bus for Halle to Jena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Halle to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Halle to Jena:
A bus is $21 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Halle to Jena costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Jena take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 54m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 15m by train vs 1h 18m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Abellio GmbH, ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Abellio GmbH or ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH to find the best option for your trip from Halle to Jena.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halle to Jena
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Trains from Halle to Jena run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€28) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€28) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 12:57 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Abellio GmbH, ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH from Halle to Jena trainsDeutsche Bahn, Abellio GmbH, ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH trains will get you between Halle and Jena from $13 (€10). 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.
Abellio GmbH
ABELLIO Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH
FAQs: Trains from Halle to Jena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halle 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 Halle to Jena
Most Halle to Jena trains use the Halle(Saale) Hbf to Jena Paradies station pair, with some services arriving at Jena West. Use this guide to compare Halle and Jena train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Halle station do trains to Jena leave from?
Getting to Halle(Saale) Hbf from Halle city centre
Halle(Saale) Hbf is 1 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle(Saale) Hbf train station facilities and services
Halle(Saale) 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: Schweizer Hof, Shiva, Maxi Bistro, Mr. Baguettkov
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. ATMs are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Information desks are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Halle(Saale) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Halle(Saale) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Schweizer Hof, Dorint Hotel.
Getting to Halle-Ammendorf from Halle city centre
Halle-Ammendorf is 6 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle-Ammendorf train station facilities and services
Halle-Ammendorf 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: Saigon Palace, Imbiss, Bistro Radewell, Orient Imbiss
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Halle-Ammendorf. ATMs are available at Halle-Ammendorf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Halle-Ammendorf. Information desks are available at Halle-Ammendorf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Halle-Ammendorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Halle-Ammendorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Halle-Ammendorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle-Ammendorf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Eigen.
Getting to Halle (Saale), Ernst-Kamieth-Str. (Hauptbahnhof) from Halle city centre
Halle (Saale), Ernst-Kamieth-Str. (Hauptbahnhof) is 1 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle (Saale), Ernst-Kamieth-Str. (Hauptbahnhof) train station facilities and services
Halle (Saale), Ernst-Kamieth-Str. (Hauptbahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle (Saale), Ernst-Kamieth-Str. (Hauptbahnhof).
Which Jena station do trains from Halle arrive at?
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 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-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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