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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Jena
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
313 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Jena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Jena will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Jena without transferring at least once.
ICE 809 · ICE 2543 · 39019:51 PM7h12Hamburg Hbf5:03 AMJena West station$601One-way2 transfers- ICE 783 · 36576:13 AM4h07Hamburg Harburg10:20 AMJena West station$611One-way1 transfer
- ICE 1271 · 36553:39 AM4h41Hamburg Hbf8:20 AMJena West station$611One-way1 transfer
- ICE 609 · ICE 9058:34 PM5h39Hamburg Hbf2:13 AMJena Paradies station$641One-way1 transfer
- ICE 2547 · 748345:33 PM4h39Hamburg Hbf10:12 PMJena Paradies station$711One-way1 transfer
- ICE 785 · 36598:13 AM4h07Hamburg Harburg12:20 PMJena West station$741One-way1 transfer
- ICE 783 · 36576:13 AM4h07Hamburg Harburg10:20 AMJena West station$611One-way1 transfer
- ICE 787 · 366110:13 AM4h07Hamburg Harburg2:20 PMJena West station$1541One-way1 transfer
- ICE 789 · 366312:13 PM4h07Hamburg Harburg4:20 PMJena West station$1641One-way1 transfer
- ICE 881 · 36652:13 PM4h07Hamburg Harburg6:20 PMJena West station$1521One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Jena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 53m. 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 $28, and a flight costs an average of $211.
Distance: 194 miles (313 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $399 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m 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 | - 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 Hamburg to Jena:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Jena costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $350 (€288) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Jena costing on average $399 (€328).
Other travel options to Jena take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 25m.
Bus takes on average 7h 52m.
The journey is about 38m faster (4h 25m by train vs 5h 3m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($61 (€50) vs $72 (€59)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Hamburg to Jena train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Jena trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1271 · 3655 | On time 3:39 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h41 | 8:20 AM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2551 · 74822 | On time 5:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h42 | 10:12 AM Jena Paradies station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 783 · 3657 | 6:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h07 | 10:20 AM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 505 · ICE 1005 · 3957 | On time 6:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h14 | 10:48 AM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 505 · 3907 | On time 6:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 11:20 AM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 583 · 26105 · 80889 | 7:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h38 | 11:51 AM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2553 · 74824 | On time 7:25 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h47 | 12:12 PM Jena Paradies station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 785 · 3659 | 8:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h07 | 12:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 507 · ICE 1007 · 3959 | On time 8:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h14 | 12:48 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 507 · 3909 | On time 8:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h45 | 1:19 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 585 · 26107 · 80663 | 9:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h38 | 1:51 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2555 · 74826 | On time 9:19 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h53 | 2:12 PM Jena Paradies station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 787 · 3661 | On time 10:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 4h07 | 2:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 509 · IC 2155 | On time 10:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h39 | 3:13 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 509 · ICE 1009 · 3961 | On time 10:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h14 | 2:48 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 509 · ICE 1009 · RE 52155 | On time 10:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h39 | 3:13 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 5327 · 74828 | 11:26 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 4:12 PM Jena Paradies station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 7 · 3663 | 11:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4h51 | 4:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 789 · 3663 | On time 12:13 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4h07 | 4:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 601 · ICE 1101 · 3963 | On time 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h14 | 4:48 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 601 · IC 2064 | On time 12:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h20 | 4:54 PM Jena Paradies station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 2511 · 26111 · 80901 | On time 12:38 PM Hamburg Harburg | 5h13 | 5:51 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 5329 · 74830 | 1:26 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 6:12 PM Jena Paradies station | 1 transfer | |
 FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 1:39 PM Hamburg Hbf | 10h20 | 11:59 PM Jena, Paradiesbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 881 · 3665 | On time 2:13 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4h07 | 6:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 603 · 3915 | On time 2:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h46 | 7:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 603 · ICE 1103 · 3965 | On time 2:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h14 | 6:48 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2595 · 74832 | On time 3:27 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h45 | 8:12 PM Jena Paradies station | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 9 · 3667 | On time 3:29 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h51 | 8:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 883 · 3667 | On time 4:13 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4h07 | 8:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 605 · ICE 1105 · 80907 | On time 4:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h24 | 8:58 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 605 · IC 2157 | On time 4:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h39 | 9:13 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 605 · ICE 1105 · RE 52157 | On time 4:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h39 | 9:13 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 2547 · 74834 | On time 5:33 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h39 | 10:12 PM Jena Paradies station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 885 · 3669 | On time 6:13 PM Hamburg Harburg | 4h07 | 10:20 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 607 · ICE 1107 · 80911 | On time 6:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h24 | 10:58 PM Jena West station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 607 · 3671 | On time 6:34 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4h56 | 11:30 PM Jena West station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Jena
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Trains from Hamburg to Jena run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 194 miles (313 km) distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 194 miles (313 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, metronom, S-Bahn Hamburg, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg to Jena trainsDeutsche Bahn, metronom, S-Bahn Hamburg, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg and Jena from $28 (€23). 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.
metronom
S-Bahn Hamburg
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Jena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Jena
Most Hamburg to Jena trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Jena West station pair, with some services arriving at Jena Paradies. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Jena train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Jena leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Which Jena station do trains from Hamburg 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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