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Trip Summary
There are 61 daily trains from Brussels to Jena. Traveling by train from Brussels to Jena usually takes around 10 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 7 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 315 mi (508 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 30m |
| Lowest price | £93.79 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Brussels to Jena?
There are 3 train lines with service from Brussels to Jena. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 53 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 9h 0m | £111.53 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 53 | 10h 49m | £112.81 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 13 | 12h 11m | £123.51 |
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 Brussels to Jena start from £112, and on average cost . Daily there are 13 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Jena. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Brussels leaves from Schaarbeek and 5 other stations. And in Jena trains arrive at Jena Paradies Bus Station and one other train station.
From Brussels to Jena train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 12 hours and 11 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 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Brussels and Jena is approximately 315 miles, or 508 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 58 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 30 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Brussels to Jena. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Brussels at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 61 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Jena to Brussels.
City Information
Brussels
The center of European activities, Brussels is a cosmopolitan hub that features many cultural elements, making it one of the top destinations for international travelers. Sitting at the heart of Brussels is the famous Grand-Place, a world heritage site that boasts many nearby Gothic and Baroque architectural marvels. During the holiday season, the square hosts the Winter Wonders light show, as well as a giant Christmas tree. If you enjoy museums, don’t miss out on the Musical Instruments Museum, which is housed in an Art Nouveau building. Featuring as many as 1,200 instruments from around the world, the museum is every music fan’s dream. If you want to go on a shopping spree while in Brussels, head for the Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, which is housed in a stunning Renaissance-style arcade.
Brussels is the home to many Michelin-starred restaurants, and its food scene is among the top-rated in the country. For those wishing to enjoy a contemporary twist on Belgian classics, head towards La Quincaillerie. If seafood is your go-to, Noordzee Mer du Nord will definitely satisfy your palate.
Brussels’ three main rail stations are Brussels-South, Brussels-Central, and Brussels-North, all of which are the busiest in the country. Gare du Midi, located in the Brussels-South station, is the main hub for bus travel in and out of Brussels. The city is served by several airports, the most prominent of which is the Brussels-National Airport, located 10 miles east of the city.
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 neighbouring 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 coach transportation in the city is the Jena Paradies Bus Station, right in the city's centre. Travel to Jena includes coach service on FlixBus, plus numerous train routes on the Deutsche Bahn network.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Brussels?
Main departure station: Bruxelles-Schuman
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Brussels where you can board the train.
All train stations in Brussels:
Bruxelles-Schuman
Schaarbeek
Bockstael
Haren-Zuid/Haren-Sud
Bruxelles Tour-et-Taxis
Haren(B)
Where is the train station in Jena?
Main arrival station: Jena West
Jena receives travelers from Brussels at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Jena:
Jena West
Jena Paradies Bus Station
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