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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Jena
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
6 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Jena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Jena will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Jena without transferring at least once.
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9:00 PM6h56Salzburg3:56 AMJena$821One-way1 transfer
- 9:00 PM6h56Salzburg3:56 AMJena$821One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Jena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 56m. 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 $59, and a flight costs an average of $186.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$140 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $695 Average price | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg 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 Salzburg to Jena:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Jena costing on average $140 (€113).
A bus is $623 (€502) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Jena costing on average $695 (€560).
Other travel options to Jena take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 56m.
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (4h 56m by train vs 5h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $140 (€113) compared to roughly $94 (€76) 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
Salzburg to Jena train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Jena trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:05 AM Salzburg | 5h15 | 3:20 PM Jena | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Jena
Austria
Germany
Trains from Salzburg to Jena run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€62) but you can travel from only $59 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€62) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Salzburg to Jena trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Salzburg and Jena from $59 (€48). 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.
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Jena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Jena
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike 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
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Gleis3viertel
- Imbiss
- Diener's
- Haus Orchideental
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