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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Jena
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Jena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Jena will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leipzig for Jena every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leipzig to Jena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 71 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Jena train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Jena trains for today, Wednesday 21 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:19 Leipzig | 1h24 | 06:43 Jena | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:50 Leipzig | 1h08 | 07:58 Jena | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:49 Leipzig | 1h05 | 08:54 Jena | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:19 Leipzig | 1h24 | 10:43 Jena | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:49 Leipzig | 1h05 | 14:54 Jena | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Jena
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Trains from Leipzig to Jena run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:21, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 00:21 |
Last train 23:22 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Abellio GmbH from Leipzig to Jena trainsDeutsche Bahn, Abellio GmbH trains will get you between Leipzig and Jena from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Abellio GmbH
FAQs: Leipzig to Jena train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leipzig and Jena
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Willy-Brandt-Platz.
- Restaurant Zchocolat
- Vapiano Leipzig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof
- a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Leipzig
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-13 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 14-23
- Hall 3: shopping and dining area
- Tram: Lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S5X, S6
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- China White
- Cafe Barbakane
- X-Maza
- Vodkaria
- Seaside Park
- Pentahotel Leipzig
- Victors Residenzhotel
- Marriott
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- Athos
- Zur Standuhr
- Fortuna Klause
- Zappendorfer Wurstmacher
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Gleis3viertel
- Imbiss
- Diener's
- Haus Orchideental
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