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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Jena

Average priceUS$40 - US$69Average duration6h 10m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$34 - US$34Average duration12h 16m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average priceUS$20 - US$52Average duration4h 30m
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Jena

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Jena. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Jena: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$34
Average train trip duration12h 16m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure16:14
Distance201 miles

Cologne to Jena Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Jena

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Jena cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cologne to Jena is US$34. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Jena is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Cologne to Jena?

    A train trip between Cologne and Jena is around 12h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 202 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Cologne and Jena?

    The number of trains from Cologne to Jena can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Jena by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Cologne and Jena is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Jena.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Jena, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Cologne and Jena compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Cologne and Jena is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$34 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$34. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Jena, choose the train, as it will take you from Cologne to Jena in about 4h 30m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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