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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Jena
Showing times and prices for 05 Jun
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
338 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Jena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Jena will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Fast trains
To travel from Düsseldorf to Jena you need to make at least 2 changes.
26844 · ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 9341:557h56Düsseldorf Hbf9:51Jena West station£721One-way4 changes- S6 · ICE 911 · 4251 · ICE 9344:125h39Düsseldorf Hbf9:51Jena West station£751One-way4 changes
- ICE 525 · ICE 694 · 39076:224h58Düsseldorf Hbf11:20Jena West station£841One-way2 changes
- ICE 523 · ICE 1555 · 36575:145h06Düsseldorf Hbf10:20Jena West station£841One-way2 changes
- 89746 · ICE 521 · ICE 696 · IC 21513:126h01Düsseldorf Hbf9:13Jena West station£841One-way3 changes
- ICE 621 · ICE 930 · 806639:224h29Düsseldorf Hbf13:51Jena West station£1031One-way2 changes
- ICE 527 · ICE 932 · 808897:224h29Düsseldorf Hbf11:51Jena West station£1121One-way2 changes
- ICE 625 · ICE 838 · 8066711:194h32Düsseldorf Hbf15:51Jena West station£1121One-way2 changes
- ICE 219 · ICE 759 · 36619:324h48Düsseldorf Hbf14:20Jena West station£1301One-way2 changes
- ICE 623 · ICE 690 · RE 5215510:224h51Düsseldorf Hbf15:13Jena West station£1301One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Jena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £293.
Distance: 338 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£93 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest | £386 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Jena train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Jena trains for today, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:12 Düsseldorf | 6h28 | 13:40 Jena | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 7:42 Düsseldorf | 6h04 | 13:46 Jena | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:42 Düsseldorf | 6h38 | 15:20 Jena | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:45 Düsseldorf | 5h35 | 16:20 Jena | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 5 June | |||||
| 26844 · ICE 921 · 4251 · ICE 934 | 1:55 Düsseldorf Hbf | 7h56 | 9:51 Jena West station | 4 changes | |
| 89746 · ICE 521 · ICE 696 · IC 2151 | On time 3:12 Düsseldorf Hbf | 6h01 | 9:13 Jena West station | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) offer trains services from Düsseldorf to Jena.
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Düsseldorf to Jena.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Düsseldorf to Jena.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Jena
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Jena run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 338 km distance in 4h 29m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance 338 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 0:19 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Jena trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Jena from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 29m
Cheapest Price
£26
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 31m
Cheapest Price
£59
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Jena train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Jena by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Jena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Düsseldorf to Jena can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £93.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Jena covers a distance of 338 km and takes approximately 4h 29m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Düsseldorf to Jena is 338 km.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Jena leaves at 0:19.
The last train from Düsseldorf to Jena departs at 23:18.
Trains from Düsseldorf to Jena run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Düsseldorf and Jena. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
To get from Düsseldorf to Jena, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Düsseldorf to Jena.
The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Jena is Düsseldorf Hbf, and it arrives at Jena West station.
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Jena is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Düsseldorf to Jena in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Jena offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with scenic views of the Thuringian Forest as you approach Jena.
A day trip from Düsseldorf to Jena is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 29m. However, there are 8 trains per day covering the 338 km route.
Two to three days in Jena are ideal to explore its rich cultural heritage, visit the Zeiss Planetarium, enjoy the Botanical Garden, and experience its vibrant academic atmosphere.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Jena.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Jena
Düsseldorf
Jena
The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Hbf for your trip from Düsseldorf to Jena.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Zaxopondeiva Cafe
- Lauren's Cafe
- China Imbiss
- Fu chu yuan
Hotel
- Hotel Lindenhof
- Hotel Batavia
- Sir Astor
- Lady Astor
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Telefónica Kantine
- Telefónica Cafeteria
- Snack Point
- Imbiss
Hotel
- Novotel
- Ibis
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- L'Osteria
- Bauernstube Deppe
- Luxor Grill
- McDonald's
Hotel
- Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
- Lindner Airport
- Hotel Maritim
The major train station for arrivals in Jena is Jena West. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Jena West for your journey to Jena from Düsseldorf.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
Hotel
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Dining
- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
Hotel
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
4 kmDining
- Gleis3viertel
- Imbiss
- Diener's
Hotel
- Haus Orchideental
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