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Trip Summary
There are 27 daily trains from Jena to Leipzig. Traveling by train from Jena to Leipzig usually takes around one hour and 53 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 6 minutes.
| Distance | 44 mi (71 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 6m |
| Lowest price | $26.17 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Jena to Leipzig?
There are 4 train lines with service from Jena to Leipzig. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 26 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 2 | 1h 49m | $33.11 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 6 | 1h 42m | $29.83 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 26 | 1h 54m | $32.23 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 2 | 1h 46m | $40.14 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
The most popular Deutsche Bahn ICE routes travel to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, and Munich. Seating is spacious with a good amount of legroom, and onboard amenities include complimentary WiFi, restrooms, and a restaurant car selling beverages, snacks, sandwiches, and hot meals. Unlike the rest of the Deutsche Bahn network, ticket prices on Deutsche Bahn ICE services are not based on a per-kilometer rate but on specific station-to-station links.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Jena to Leipzig start from $39, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Leipzig. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Jena leaves from Jena West . And in Leipzig trains arrive at Leipzig-Knauthain and one other train station.
From Jena to Leipzig train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 46 minutes. If you are looking to get to Leipzig faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 6 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Jena to Leipzig on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Jena at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 27 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Jena to Leipzig. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Leipzig to Jena.
City Information
Jena
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Jena is a German city famous for its rolling hills and a variety of wild orchids. One of the most iconic landmarks in the city is Stadtkirche Sankt Michael, or the Church of St. Michael. The church's magnificent Gothic architecture includes a tower that may have once seemed tall, but is now dwarfed by the neighboring JenTower skyscraper. The cylindrical JenTower has an observation deck and restaurant on the top floor where you can get the best views of Jena.
Jena has a wealth of quirky museums that are not your average art or history museums. For example, the Optical Museum exhibits a wide range of glasses, microscopes, and cameras from various points in optics history. Planetarium Jena often runs laser astronomy shows, and the Phyletic Museum hosts a small but rich collection of natural history exhibits. Of course, you can always simply stroll in the Botanischer Garten, one of the oldest botanical gardens in Germany.
The central hub of intercity bus transportation in the city is the Jena Paradies Bus Station, right in the city's center. Travel to Jena includes bus service on FlixBus, plus numerous train routes on the Deutsche Bahn network.
Leipzig
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Leipzig is a hip city in the Saxony region in the east of Germany. This city is the home of famous composers Richard Wagner and Johann Sebastian Bach and pays tribute to these musical giants with attractions such as the Bach-Museum Leipzig.
Discover some of the city's most interesting architecture in its historic churches. St. Nicholas Church, near Leipzig University, is a Romanesque church with Gothic roots. It was built in 1797 and boasts neoclassical interiors and magnificent pillars. St. Thomas Church is just as impressive and is Bach's final resting place.
Significant art collections are on view at both the Museum of Fine Arts and the Grassi Museum of Applied Arts. Check out the Asisi Panometer to see how a giant painting merges with an equally large gas tank to form a remarkable panoramic attraction.
When hunger strikes, Leipzig has many excellent places to wine and dine. Take a seat at Auerbachs Keller, one of Germany's oldest and most popular restaurants. Ouzeri Was Kost Das is perfect for a romantic dinner, thanks to its cozy setting by the canal.
International travelers can reach Leipzig via the Leipzig/Halle Airport or the impressive European train system. Trains with service to Leipzig include Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, or alex. If you prefer getting there by bus, simply hop on any one of these: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RoadJet, Union Ivkoni, or Racic Eurobus.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Jena?
Main departure station: Jena Paradies Bus Station
There are two stations in Jena where you can board the train to Leipzig.
All train stations in Jena:
Jena Paradies Bus Station
Jena West
Where is the train station in Leipzig?
Main arrival station: Leipzig Miltitzer Allee
There are more train stations and stops in Leipzig than most cities. Most trains from Jena will stop at one (or more) of the 5 following stations in Leipzig:
Train stations in Leipzig:
Leipzig Miltitzer Allee
Leipzig-Lützschena
Leipzig-Knauthain
Leipzig-Miltitz
Leipzig-Liebertwolkwitz
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