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Dortmund to Jena

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Dortmund to Jena

Cheapest

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Dortmund central bus station to Kassel
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.54–$25.45
Bus from Kassel to Jena
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.36–$29.26

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Dortmund Hbf to Jena
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$95.42

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Jena?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Jena is to bus which costs $31.52 - $46.74 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Jena?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Jena is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Jena?

No, there is no direct bus from Dortmund station to Jena station. However, there are services departing from Dortmund central bus station and arriving at Jena bus station via Kassel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Jena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Jena West. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Jena?

The distance between Dortmund and Jena is 411 km. The road distance is 385.9 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Jena without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Jena without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Jena?

The train from Dortmund Hbf to Jena West takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Jena bus from?

Dortmund to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Jena train from?

Dortmund to Jena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Jena?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Jena is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $70.65 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $46.74 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Dortmund to Jena bus arrive?

Dortmund to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kassel station.

Where does the Dortmund to Jena train arrive?

Dortmund to Jena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Jena West station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Jena is 386 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Dortmund to Jena.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Jena?

Book your Dortmund to Jena train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Jena?

Book your Dortmund to Jena bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Jena?

There are 467+ hotels available in Jena. Prices start at $51.74 per night.
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