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Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Jena to Nuremberg. The train trip from Jena to Nuremberg is usually about 2 hours and 23 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can get you there in as little as one hour and 46 minutes.
| Distance | 104 mi (168 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 46m |
| Lowest price | £20.62 |
| Trains per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 4 |
Which train should you take from Jena to Nuremberg?
There are 4 train lines with service from Jena to Nuremberg. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 1 | 2h 40m | £24.94 |
| DB Intercity-Express | 1 | 2h 7m | £44.36 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 4 | 2h 24m | £51.60 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 1 | 2h 13m | £63.77 |
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 Nuremberg start from £59, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Nuremberg. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Jena leaves from Jena West . And in Nuremberg trains arrive at Nürnberg Train Station .
From Jena to Nuremberg train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 2 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Nuremberg faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 46 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Jena to Nuremberg on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. 9 of these are direct connections to Nuremberg. 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 Nuremberg 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.
Nuremberg
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Although often overshadowed by Bavaria's largest city, Munich, Nuremberg is more than capable of challenging Munich as a top tourist spot. Nuremberg entices travellers with its rich history, political significance, world-class museums, and exciting local culture.
Nuremberg is a fantastic destination year-round; however, it becomes particularly spectacular in the weeks before Christmas. Nuremberg's Christkindlemarkt is a world-famous market illuminated by thousands of lights displaying handmade ornaments, toys, and crafts. Enjoy lebkuchen and mulled wine while wandering through the stalls to get in the Christmas spirit, and see why Nuremberg is an essential stop along our train itinerary to visit Germany's best Christmas markets.
Nuremberg's castle, Kaiserburg, is another must-see while in the city. Standing since the Middle Ages, visitors can explore Nuremberg's history while also enjoying some of the best views of the city. No wonder it's one of Germany's most-Instagrammed castles.
Transport around Germany is highly efficient, making travel to Nuremberg simple. The city is served by its own international airport and a large train station that welcomes many Deutsche Bahn trains every day. FlixBus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, and more coach services also run frequently to Nuremberg from various destinations across Europe.
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 Nuremberg.
All train stations in Jena:
Jena West
Jena Paradies Bus Station
Where is the train station in Nuremberg?
Main arrival station: Nürnberg Train Station
Nuremberg has one train station.
Train stations in Nuremberg:
Nürnberg Train Station
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