How to travel from Nuremberg to Jena

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Compare train and bus for Nuremberg to Jena

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from Kč527. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč527, and a train costs an average of Kč387.

Distance: 105 miles (169 km)

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Bus
Driving

Kč1155

Average price

Kč764

Average price

Cheapest

Kč817

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 53m

Average total duration

2h 23m

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30m

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2h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 9m

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30m

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2h 32m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Jena is a bus with an average price of Kč764.

This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Jena:

A bus is Kč391 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Jena costing on average Kč1155.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Jena is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 9m.

Other travel options to Jena take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Jena including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg to Jena among Omio's users.

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from Nuremberg to Jena

How to get from Nuremberg to Jena by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Nuremberg to Jena is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    2:10 PM9h00
    Nuremberg
    11:10 PMJena
    6831One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:10 PM9h00
    Nuremberg
    11:10 PMJena
    6831One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    2:10 PM9h00
    Nuremberg
    11:10 PMJena
    6831One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    6:20 PM9h15
    Nuremberg
    3:35 AMJena
    7981One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    3:10 PM9h00
    Nuremberg
    12:10 AMJena
    8151One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    4:50 AM9h15
    Nuremberg
    2:05 PMJena
    9671One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nuremberg to Jena

Travel to Jena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nuremberg to Jena.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Nuremberg and Jena including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Jena is a bus with an average price of Kč764.

This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Jena:

A bus is Kč391 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Jena costing on average Kč1155.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Jena is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 9m.

Other travel options to Jena take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 23m.

The distance from Nuremberg to Jena is approximately 105 miles (169 km).
The average frequency per day from Nuremberg to Jena is:
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nuremberg and Jena as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nuremberg to Jena:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nuremberg Hbf and arrive in Jena West station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nürnberg, ZOB and arrive in Jena, Paradiesbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nuremberg to Jena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Jena by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Jena by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nuremberg to Jena with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Nuremberg to Jena often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Leipzig, Prague, Paris, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Jena and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Jena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Jena is ideal to explore its cultural landmarks, such as the Zeiss Planetarium, the Optical Museum, and the scenic Saale Valley, while also enjoying the local cuisine and vibrant student atmosphere.

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