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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Jena Paradies | CheapestFastest | ||||
DB Regio Südost + Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Jena Paradies | No tags | ||||
| Train | Leipzig Hbf | Jena Paradies | No tags | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio Südost | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Jena West | No tags | ||||
DB Fernverkehr + Erfurter Bahn | Train | Leipzig Hbf | Jena Paradies | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Leipzig to Jena
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Jena. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Leipzig and Jena?
Leipzig
- ALeipzig Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
- B
Goethestraße 5
Leipzig Hbf Ostseite, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Jena
- A
Jena Central Bus Station (West)
Am Volksbad, 07743 Jena
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leipzig to Jena by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Leipzig to Jena?
The cheapest train tickets from Leipzig to Jena start from R 159. The average price for this train route is around R 912. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leipzig to Jena?
The average train journey time from Leipzig to Jena is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 4m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Leipzig to Jena route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leipzig to Jena?
The earliest train from Leipzig to Jena departs at 06:06. And the latest train departs at 19:55.
Which is the best train operator from Leipzig to Jena?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leipzig to Jena?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Leipzig to Jena?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leipzig to Jena?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leipzig to Jena was searched and found on 04 Jun 2026 with a price of R 199To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leipzig to Jena as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 199 to R 1 099 for a train ticket from Leipzig to Jena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 358, which is on 2026-06-05.
