Trains from Cologne to Jena

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Train Cologne to Jena: Trip Overview

Train Cologne to Jena: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$39
Average train trip duration12h 16m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure4:14 PM
Distance201 miles (324 km)
Please note, this information is subject to change.

Cologne to Jena Trains

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Jena

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Jena is $39. The best way to find 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!

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.

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 you 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.

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

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 traveling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, 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 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time9hAvg Price$45Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time12h 16mAvg Price$39Daily Departures1

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 $39 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $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 9h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Jena to Cologne

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