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Deutsches Museum
One of the world’s largest science and technology museums, with major hands-on and historic collections. A flagship Munich visit for engineering, aviation, physics, and family-friendly exhibits.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
310 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jena to Munich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jena to Munich will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Jena to Munich without transferring at least once.
3666 · ICE 605
3904 · ICE 1503
3912 · ICE 1601
IC 2152 · ICE 707
IC 2152 · ICE 707 · ICE 625
3910 · ICE 1509
3912 · ICE 1601
3662 · ICE 1101
3916 · ICE 1605
3904 · ICE 1503Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jena to Munich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. 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 $33, and a flight costs an average of $296.
Distance: 192 miles (310 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $519 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg 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 Jena to Munich:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jena to Munich costing on average $99 (€81).
A bus is $474 (€384) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jena to Munich costing on average $519 (€421).
Other travel options to Munich take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 49m.
Flight takes on average 6h 42m.
You'll arrive about 58m sooner (3h 12m by train vs 4h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $99 (€81) compared to roughly $67 (€54) 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 Intercity (DB IC).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Jena to Munich trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3904 · ICE 1503 | On time 8:38 AM Jena West station | 3h05 | 11:43 AM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3656 · ICE 1005 | On time 9:38 AM Jena West station | 3h08 | 12:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3656 · ICE 505 | On time 9:38 AM Jena West station | 3h30 | 1:08 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3906 · ICE 1505 | On time 10:38 AM Jena West station | 3h05 | 1:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3658 · ICE 1007 | On time 11:38 AM Jena West station | 3h08 | 2:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
80892 · ICE 1507 | On time 12:07 PM Jena West station | 3h36 | 3:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 52152 · ICE 707 · ICE 625 | Delayed 12:45 PM Jena West station | 3h28 | 2:26 PM 2:26 PMMunich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2152 · ICE 707 | On time 12:45 PM Jena West station | 3h57 | 4:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2152 · ICE 707 · ICE 625 | Delayed 12:45 PM Jena West station | 3h28 | 2:26 PM 2:26 PMMunich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
3660 · ICE 1009 | On time 1:38 PM Jena West station | 3h07 | 4:45 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3910 · ICE 1509 | On time 2:38 PM Jena West station | 3h05 | 5:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3662 · ICE 1101 | On time 3:38 PM Jena West station | 3h05 | 6:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3912 · ICE 1601 | On time 4:38 PM Jena West station | 3h05 | 7:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3664 · ICE 1103 | On time 5:38 PM Jena West station | 3h08 | 8:46 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
80904 · ICE 1603 | On time 6:07 PM Jena West station | 3h36 | 9:43 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2150 · ICE 803 | On time 6:45 PM Jena West station | 3h57 | 10:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE 52150 · ICE 803 | On time 6:45 PM Jena West station | 3h57 | 10:42 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3666 · ICE 1105 · ICE 683 | On time 7:38 PM Jena West station | 3h12 | 10:50 PM Munich Hbf | 2 transfers | |
3666 · ICE 605 | On time 7:38 PM Jena West station | 3h32 | 11:10 PM Munich Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Jena to Munich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (310 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 192 miles (310 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Prices are high by German standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, though transit is reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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