What is the best way to travel from Jena to Leuven?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Leuven from Jena. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Leuven from Jena?
You can reach Leuven with just £28 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, 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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FlixBus22h 20m008:10JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies06:30LeuvenDiestsepoort0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 08:10:00 to Diestsepoort, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 09/02/2026 06:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 20m
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FlixBus22h 40m014:15JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies12:55LeuvenDiestsepoort0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 14:15:00 to Diestsepoort, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 09/02/2026 12:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 37m004:22JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station12:59LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 04:22:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £76 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 37m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 9m006:50JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station14:59LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 06:50:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 08/02/2026 14:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £86 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 21m008:38JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station16:59LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 08:38:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 08/02/2026 16:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £105 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 21m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus22h 20m008:10JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies06:30LeuvenDiestsepoort0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) at 10/02/2026 08:10:00 to Diestsepoort, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 11/02/2026 06:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 20m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn10h 33m002:15JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station12:48LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 11/02/2026 02:15:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 11/02/2026 12:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £77 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 33m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 50m003:58JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station14:48LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 11/02/2026 03:58:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 11/02/2026 14:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £86 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Cheapest Trains Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Jena to Leuven?
You can get to Leuven from Jena in just 8h 9m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn. 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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Deutsche Bahn8h 9m006:50JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station14:59LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 06:50:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 08/02/2026 14:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £86 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 9m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 21m008:38JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station16:59LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 08:38:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 08/02/2026 16:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £105 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 21m
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Deutsche Bahn8h 37m004:22JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station12:59LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 04:22:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 08/02/2026 12:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £76 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 37m
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FlixBus22h 20m008:10JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies06:30LeuvenDiestsepoort0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 08:10:00 to Diestsepoort, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 09/02/2026 06:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £37 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 20m
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FlixBus22h 40m014:15JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies12:55LeuvenDiestsepoort0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) at 08/02/2026 14:15:00 to Diestsepoort, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 09/02/2026 12:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m
Fastest Trains Sunday
Fastest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus22h 20m008:10JenaCentral Bus Station - Paradies06:30LeuvenDiestsepoort0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station - Paradies, Jena (Germany) at 10/02/2026 08:10:00 to Diestsepoort, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 11/02/2026 06:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 20m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Deutsche Bahn10h 33m002:15JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station12:48LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 11/02/2026 02:15:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 11/02/2026 12:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £77 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 33m
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Deutsche Bahn10h 50m003:58JenaParadiesbahnhof West Train Station14:48LeuvenWijgmaal0EconomyA Train from Deutsche Bahn goes from Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station, Jena (Germany) at 11/02/2026 03:58:00 to Wijgmaal, Leuven (Belgium) arriving at 11/02/2026 14:48:00. 50 Economy ticket for £86 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 50m
Fastest Trains Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Jena to Leuven
What are the most popular stations in Jena and Leuven?
In Jena, you will usually depart from Göschwitz (Saale) Bus Stop, Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station or Saalbahnhof Train Station, while in Leuven you will be arriving at Wijgmaal, Diestsepoort or Texaco, 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 Leuven from Jena? With 4 connections between 2 Bus and Train 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 Jena and Leuven, you can pay as low as £28 with a Bus from FlixBus.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 Train from Deutsche Bahn: you will get to Leuven in just 8h 9m.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 Jena and Leuven are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus, 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 Jena and Leuven 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 Lehesten or to Herent, and look at flights from Erfurt-Weimar Airport, and landing at Brussels South Charleroi 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 Jena to Leuven?
The most popular companies between Jena and Leuven, are Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus. 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 Jena to Leuven
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Jena to Leuven. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Jena to Leuven
How can I reach Leuven from Jena?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Leuven from Jena.
How far is Leuven from Jena?
The distance between Jena and Leuven is 482.9 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Jena and Leuven?
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 13 kgs of CO2, a train 17 kgs, a car 82 kgs, and a flight 119 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Jena to Leuven?
You can get to Leuven with just £28 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Jena to Leuven?
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 Leuven in just 8h 9m with a Train from Deutsche Bahn.
More routes to Jena and to Leuven
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Jena and to Leuven. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
