What is the best way to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Jena?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Jena from Gelsenkirchen. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Jena from Gelsenkirchen?
You can reach Jena with just £25 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus15h 0m023:05GelsenkirchenCentral bus station14:05JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) arriving at 09/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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FlixBus15h 0m023:05GelsenkirchenCentral bus station14:05JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 10/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Deutsche Bahn8h 34m023:46GelsenkirchenCentral Station08:20JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 23:46:00 to Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) arriving at 12/12/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 34m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 9m023:01GelsenkirchenCentral Station06:10JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 23:01:00 to Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) arriving at 12/12/2025 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 51m014:29GelsenkirchenCentral Station20:20JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 14:29:00 to Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 20:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 16m006:04GelsenkirchenCentral Station12:20JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 06:04:00 to Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 16m
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BlaBlaCar4h 20m015:00Gelsenkirchen19:20Jena0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 15:00:00 to , Jena (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
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What are the fastest trips from Gelsenkirchen to Jena?
You can get to Jena from Gelsenkirchen in just 4h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus15h 0m023:05GelsenkirchenCentral bus station14:05JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 08/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) arriving at 09/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £41 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Fastest Buses Monday
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FlixBus15h 0m023:05GelsenkirchenCentral bus station14:05JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central bus station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 10/12/2025 23:05:00 to Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 14:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 0m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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BlaBlaCar4h 20m015:00Gelsenkirchen19:20Jena0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 15:00:00 to , Jena (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
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Deutsche Bahn5h 51m014:29GelsenkirchenCentral Station20:20JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 14:29:00 to Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 20:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 51m
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Deutsche Bahn6h 16m006:04GelsenkirchenCentral Station12:20JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 06:04:00 to Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 12:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £58 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 16m
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Deutsche Bahn7h 9m023:01GelsenkirchenCentral Station06:10JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 23:01:00 to Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) arriving at 12/12/2025 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 34m023:46GelsenkirchenCentral Station08:20JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Central Station, Gelsenkirchen (Germany) at 11/12/2025 23:46:00 to Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) arriving at 12/12/2025 08:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 34m
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Bus from Gelsenkirchen to Jena
What are the most popular stations in Gelsenkirchen and Jena?
In Gelsenkirchen, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central bus station or Buer Nord Train Station, while in Jena you will be arriving at Göschwitz (Saale) Bus Stop, Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station or Saalbahnhof Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Jena from Gelsenkirchen? With 2 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Gelsenkirchen and Jena, you can pay as low as £25 with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Jena in just 4h 20m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Gelsenkirchen and Jena are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Gelsenkirchen and Jena is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Herne or to Lehesten, and look at flights from Dusseldorf Airport, and landing at Erfurt-Weimar Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Gelsenkirchen to Jena?
The most popular companies between Gelsenkirchen and Jena, are Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn
All you need to know when you travel from Gelsenkirchen to Jena
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Gelsenkirchen to Jena. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Gelsenkirchen to Jena
How can I reach Jena from Gelsenkirchen?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Jena from Gelsenkirchen.
How far is Jena from Gelsenkirchen?
The distance between Gelsenkirchen and Jena is 320.4 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Gelsenkirchen and Jena?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 9 kgs of CO2, a train 11 kgs, a car 54 kgs, and a flight 79 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Gelsenkirchen to Jena?
You can get to Jena with just £25 by taking a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
What is the fastest way to get from Gelsenkirchen to Jena?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Jena in just 4h 20m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Jena
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Gelsenkirchen and to Jena. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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