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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leiden to Jena
Cheapest price
$182
Average price
$187
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leiden to Jena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Jena will cost around $187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $182.
It's difficult to get from Leiden to Jena without transferring at least 3 times.
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5:58 AM9h15Leiden3:13 PMJena$1821One-way3 transfers- 5:58 AM9h15Leiden3:13 PMJena$1921One-way4 transfers
- 5:58 AM9h15Leiden3:13 PMJena$1921One-way4 transfers
- 5:58 AM9h15Leiden3:13 PMJena$1821One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Leiden to Jena
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Jena 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 train which can get you there in 11h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $902.
Distance: 316 miles (509 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$130 Average price | $902 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest |
12h 3m Average total duration Fastest 11h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 40m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 22m Average total duration 15h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Jena:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Jena costing on average $130 (€105).
A bus is $837 (€675) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Jena costing on average $902 (€727).
Other travel options to Jena take longer:
Flight takes on average 13h 40m.
Bus takes on average 15h 52m.
Live departures
Leiden to Jena train times
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Jena trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:58 AM Leiden | 9h15 | 3:13 PM Jena | 4 transfers | |
| 5:58 AM Leiden | 9h15 | 3:13 PM Jena | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leiden to Jena
Netherlands
Germany
Trains from Leiden to Jena run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:07, the last at 15:23. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (509 km) distance in 10h 12m.
Distance 316 miles (509 km) |
Average train duration 11h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€65) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 12m |
First train 8:07 AM |
Last train 3:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Leiden to Jena trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Leiden and Jena from $62 (€50). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Leiden to Jena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leiden 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 Leiden to Jena
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main entrance.
- Restaurant De Bruine Boon
- Grand Café Van Buuren
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.70
- Ibis Leiden Centre
- Golden Tulip Leiden Centre
- City Hotel Nieuw Minerva
- Located in the main hall
- 4720 places, some covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-9 for local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Intercity and local services
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
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