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Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Weimar to Jena. The train trip from Weimar to Jena is usually about 30 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity train can get you there in as little as 14 minutes.
| Distance | 12 mi (20 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 14m |
| Lowest price | $16.80 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Weimar to Jena?
2 train services operate from Weimar to Jena. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 0h 14m | $16.80 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 3 | 0h 39m | $19.60 |
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.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Weimar to Jena start from $17, and on average cost . Daily there are 3 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Jena. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Weimar leaves from Holzdorf(b Weimar) and 2 other stations. And in Jena trains arrive at Jena West .
From Weimar to Jena train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 0 hours and 39 minutes. If you are looking to get to Jena faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 14 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Weimar to Jena tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Weimar at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Jena. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Jena to Weimar.
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Weimar?
Main departure station: Central Station
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Weimar where you can board the train.
All train stations in Weimar:
Central Station
Legefeld
Weimar West
Holzdorf(b Weimar)
Where is the train station in Jena?
Main arrival station: Jena West
Jena has one train station.
Train stations in Jena:
Jena West
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