How to get from Leipzig to Jena

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What is the best way to travel from Leipzig to Jena?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Buses and Trains to Jena from Leipzig. 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!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
1h 20m
£6
£6
2
Train
1h 6m
£11
£17
66
Car
0h 50m
£4
£5
3

What is the cheapest way to reach Jena from Leipzig?

You can reach Jena with just £4 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £4
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £6
Thursday
from £4
Friday

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 50m
    0
    06:20
    Leipzig
    07:10
    Jena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Leipzig
    11:10
    Jena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £5
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 20m
    0
    10:00
    Leipzig
    11:20
    Jena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £7

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    11:55
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    13:20
    Jena
    Central Bus Station - Paradies
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    23:40
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    01:00
    Jena
    Central Bus Station - Paradies
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6

    Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 0m
    0
    14:50
    Leipzig
    15:50
    Jena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4

    • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 6m
    0
    19:51
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    20:57
    Jena
    Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 59m
    0
    04:33
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    06:32
    Jena
    Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 24m
    0
    09:19
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    10:43
    Jena
    Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 24m
    0
    10:19
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    11:43
    Jena
    Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19

What are the fastest trips from Leipzig to Jena?

You can get to Jena from Leipzig in just 0h 50m 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.

Saturday
from 0h 50m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 1h 20m
Thursday
from 1h 0m
Friday

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    0h 50m
    0
    06:20
    Leipzig
    07:10
    Jena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 0m
    0
    10:10
    Leipzig
    11:10
    Jena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £5
  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 20m
    0
    10:00
    Leipzig
    11:20
    Jena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £7

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    1h 20m
    0
    23:40
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    01:00
    Jena
    Central Bus Station - Paradies
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6
  • FlixBus
    1h 25m
    0
    11:55
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    13:20
    Jena
    Central Bus Station - Paradies
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £6

    Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    1h 0m
    0
    14:50
    Leipzig
    15:50
    Jena
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £4

    • Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 6m
    0
    19:51
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    20:57
    Jena
    Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £11
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 8m
    0
    10:50
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    11:58
    Jena
    Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 24m
    0
    09:19
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    10:43
    Jena
    Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
  • Deutsche Bahn
    1h 24m
    0
    10:19
    Leipzig
    Central Station
    11:43
    Jena
    Paradiesbahnhof West Train Station
    0
    Deutsche Bahn
    Economy
    from £19
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Leipzig to Jena

What are the most popular stations in Leipzig and Jena?

In Leipzig, you will usually depart from Central Station, Trade Fair Train Station or Miltitzer Allee 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 Leipzig? With 3 connections between 3 Carpool, 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 Leipzig and Jena, you can pay as low as £4 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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 0h 50m.

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 Leipzig and Jena are Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar 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 Leipzig 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 Markkleeberg or to Lehesten, and look at flights from Leipzig/Halle 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 Leipzig to Jena?

The most popular companies between Leipzig and Jena, are Deutsche Bahn, BlaBlaCar 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 Leipzig to Jena

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Jena

How can I reach Jena from Leipzig?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Carpool, Bus and Train, with which you can get to Jena from Leipzig.

How far is Jena from Leipzig?

The distance between Leipzig and Jena is 71.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leipzig 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 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 12 kgs, and a flight 18 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leipzig to Jena?

You can get to Jena with just £4 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Leipzig 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 0h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Leipzig and to Jena

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Leipzig and to Jena. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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