The cheapest and fastest trains from Jena to Oldenburg
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jena to Oldenburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jena to Oldenburg will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 1 trains that leave Jena for Oldenburg on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 337 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 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.
9:23 AM6h00Jena3:23 PMOldenburg$1011One-way0 transfers
9:23 AM6h00Jena3:23 PMOldenburg$1011One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Jena to Oldenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jena to Oldenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $506.
Distance: 209 miles (337 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$118 Average price | $569 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 53m Average total duration 13h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jena to Oldenburg:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jena to Oldenburg costing on average $118 (€97).
A bus is $494 (€405) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jena to Oldenburg costing on average $569 (€466).
Other travel options to Oldenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Bus takes on average 13h 23m.
You'll arrive about 35m sooner (4h 55m by train vs 5h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $118 (€97) compared to roughly $75 (€62) 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.
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.
Live departures
Jena to Oldenburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Jena to Oldenburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:23 AM Jena | 6h00 | 3:23 PM Oldenburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jena to Oldenburg
Trains from Jena to Oldenburg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 1:05 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Jena to Oldenburg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Jena and Oldenburg from $37 (€30). 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 Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Trains from Jena to Oldenburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jena to Oldenburg 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 Oldenburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jena to Oldenburg
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- Imbiss
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- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
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- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
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- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 16:00
- Kingdom-Pizza
- Flying Pizza
- Korinth-Express
- McDonald's
- Antares
- Hermes Hotel
- Acara
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- Ali Baba
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