How to get to Jena from Prague

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Compare train, coach and flight for Prague to Jena

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Prague to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £370.

Distance: 221 km

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£30

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£66

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£370

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£46

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5h 23m

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4h 53m

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5h 47m

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4h 25m

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2h 25m

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3h 12m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Compare ways to travel from Prague to Jena

Compare the available ways to get from Prague to Jena, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Jena is a coach with an average price of £30.

This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Jena:

A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Jena costing on average £66.

A coach is £341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Jena costing on average £370.

The fastest way to travel from Prague to Jena is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 25m.

Other travel options to Jena take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 23m.

Train takes on average 5h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Prague and Jena including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £30 compared to roughly £46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £17. The journey takes 4h 53m versus 3h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Prague to Jena

How to get to Jena from Prague by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Prague to Jena is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • České dráhyrj 384 · IC 2048 · RB 74666
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • České dráhyrj 384 · IC 2048 · RB 74666
    2 changes

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 384 · IC 2048 · 74824
    2 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnEX 360 · Bus RE25 · 3564 · ICE 1008
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEX 358 · Bus RE25 · 3568 · ICE 1006
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnEX 360 · Bus RE25 · 3564 · ICE 506
    4 changes

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Best day trips from Jena by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Jena are Leipzig, Weimar, Erfurt, Peißen bei Halle, Saale and Dresden. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Jena on Omio.

A view of Leipzig

Day trip from Jena to Leipzig by bus

Why visit Leipzig for the day?

Leipzig is known for Bach, the Thomaskirche and a long tradition of trade and publishing. Its compact centre combines grand historic architecture with creative neighbourhoods, canals and a youthful cultural scene.

A view of Weimar

Day trip from Jena to Weimar by bus

Why visit Weimar for the day?

Weimar is known for Goethe, Schiller and the early Bauhaus, giving the city a strongly cultural character. Grand yet walkable, it blends elegant streets and parks with a thoughtful sense of German history.

A view of Erfurt

Day trip from Jena to Erfurt by bus

Why visit Erfurt for the day?

Erfurt is known for its well-preserved medieval centre, especially the Krämerbrücke and the Mariendom. As the capital of Thuringia, it feels compact and historic, with a calm atmosphere shaped by trade and learning.

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FAQs: Prague to Jena

Travel to Jena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Prague to Jena.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Prague and Jena including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Jena is a coach with an average price of £30.

This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Jena:

A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Jena costing on average £66.

A coach is £341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Jena costing on average £370.

The fastest way to travel from Prague to Jena is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 25m.

Other travel options to Jena take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 23m.

Train takes on average 5h 47m.

The Prague to Jena distance is approximately 221 km.
The average frequency per day from Prague to Jena is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Prague and Jena as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Prague to Jena:
  • Flights mostly depart from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and arrive in Leipzig/Halle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Prague hlavní nádraží and arrive in Jena Paradies station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arrive in Jena, Paradiesbahnhof.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Prague to Jena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Jena by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, České dráhy, Leo Express to go to Jena by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways to go to Jena by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Prague to Jena with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Leo Express.
Omio customers who travel from Prague to Jena often also extend their vacation to go to Berlin, Paris, Vienna, Frankfurt am Main, Leipzig. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Jena and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Prague to Jena, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
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.

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