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Trip Summary
There are 25 daily trains from Jena to Erlangen. Traveling by train from Jena to Erlangen usually takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 57 minutes.
| Distance | 96 mi (154 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 57m |
| Lowest price | £14.10 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from Jena to Erlangen?
There are 3 train lines with service from Jena to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 25 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 2h 21m | £14.89 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 25 | 2h 45m | £44.42 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 3h 4m | £32.63 |
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 Jena to Erlangen start from £33, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Erlangen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Jena leaves from Jena Paradies Bus Station . And in Erlangen trains arrive at Train Station and 3 other train stations.
From Jena to Erlangen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 3 hours and 4 minutes. If you are looking to get to Erlangen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 57 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 4 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Erlangen.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Jena to Erlangen on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Jena at 02:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 21:00. 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 25 scheduled trains on most days. 10 of these are direct connections to Erlangen. 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 Erlangen 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 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.
Erlangen
Erlangen is a small city in the German state of Bavaria, located just north of Nuremberg. Most of Erlangen's residents are enrolled or employed at either the Friedrich-Alexander University or the Siemens company. Visitors to Erlangen often stay near the historic core, where quaint streets lead to some of the city's most impressive buildings. These include the 18th century Palais Stutterheim, historically Erlangen's town hall and now home to the museum Kunstpalais and the city's public library. Don't forget to visit one of the oldest churches in the city, the Huguenot Church, which boasts an impressive size and architecture, and reflects the influence of Huguenots in Erlangen's history.
Erlangen also offers plenty of scenic spots for outdoor activity or relaxation. The Schlossgarten quickly fills up with sunbathing students on sunny days, and the nearby Botanical Garden includes a unique attraction in its artificial stalactite cave.
The closest airport to Erlangen is in Nuremberg, but you can easily connect to Erlangen via Deutsche Bahn or commuter S-Bahn trains. Intercity trains from Munich to Berlin often stop in Erlangen, and connections from these hubs open up the entire country and continent for exploration. Plus, several intercity coach companies, including FlixBus, offer affordable ground travel from Erlangen to destinations throughout Germany.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Jena?
Main departure station: Jena West
There are two stations in Jena where you can board the train to Erlangen.
All train stations in Jena:
Jena West
Jena Paradies Bus Station
Where is the train station in Erlangen?
Main arrival station: Eltersdorf
There are more train stations and stops in Erlangen than most cities. Most trains from Jena will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Erlangen:
Train stations in Erlangen:
Eltersdorf
Erlangen-Bruck
Erlangen Paul-Gossen-Straße
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