How long is the bus ride from Heidelberg to Jena?

The typical travel time from Heidelberg to Jena by bus is around 5h 30m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Jena in about 5h 30m.

How far is Heidelberg from Jena?

The distance between Heidelberg and Jena is approximately 268 km (166 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Heidelberg to Jena?

Buses departing from Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz in Heidelberg will take you to Paradies in Jena.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Jena?

The least expensive way to go from Heidelberg to Jena would be going by bus. Starting at US$24, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

How much does it cost to take the bus from Heidelberg to Jena?

You can expect to pay around US$24 for the bus ride from Heidelberg to Jena.

Can I take an overnight bus from Heidelberg to Jena?

Yes! If you're heading from Heidelberg to Jena, you'll find buses departing until 10:05pm and arriving the next day.

Heidelberg to Jena Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Heidelberg to Jena

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average PriceUS$24 - US$37	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest
Train	Average PriceUS$49 - US$49	Average Duration7h 21m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Heidelberg to Jena

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Jena. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

US$24Cheapest ticket

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Heidelberg to Jena: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$24

Average Bus Trip Duration5h 30m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure6:20am

Distance268 km

Latest bus departure10:05pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,582 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Based on 8582 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$24.00

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Heidelberg to Jena Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Jena?

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Stops in Jena

A - Paradies

B - Jena Central Bus Station (West)

C - Jena Bahnhof Göschwitz

Frequently asked questions on the trip Heidelberg - Jena

How long is the bus ride from Heidelberg to Jena?
The typical travel time from Heidelberg to Jena by bus is around 5h 30m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Jena in about 5h 30m.
How far is Heidelberg from Jena?
The distance between Heidelberg and Jena is approximately 268 km (166 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Heidelberg to Jena?
Buses departing from Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz in Heidelberg will take you to Paradies in Jena.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg to Jena?
The least expensive way to go from Heidelberg to Jena would be going by bus. Starting at US$24, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Heidelberg to Jena?
You can expect to pay around US$24 for the bus ride from Heidelberg to Jena.
Can I take an overnight bus from Heidelberg to Jena?
Yes! If you're heading from Heidelberg to Jena, you'll find buses departing until 10:05pm and arriving the next day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Heidelberg to Jena.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Heidelberg to Jena, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Heidelberg to Jena.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Heidelberg to Jena.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Heidelberg to Jena?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time5h 30m	Avg PriceUS$24	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time7h 21m	Avg PriceUS$49	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Heidelberg by bus?

Bus from Heidelberg to Jena

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Train from Heidelberg to Jena

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