What is the cheapest way to get from Jena to Bad Arolsen?

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Bad Arolsen is to bus and train which costs €23 - €65 and takes 4h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jena to Bad Arolsen?

The fastest way to get from Jena to Bad Arolsen is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Bad Arolsen?

No, there is no direct train from Jena to Bad Arolsen. However, there are services departing from Jena West and arriving at Bad Arolsen Bahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Jena to Bad Arolsen?

The distance between Jena and Bad Arolsen is 251 km. The road distance is 224.4 km.

How do I travel from Jena to Bad Arolsen without a car?

The best way to get from Jena to Bad Arolsen without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €40 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Jena to Bad Arolsen?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Jena to Bad Arolsen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jena to Bad Arolsen train from?

Jena to Bad Arolsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Jena West station.

Where does the Jena to Bad Arolsen train arrive?

Jena to Bad Arolsen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Jena to Bad Arolsen?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Bad Arolsen is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Jena to Bad Arolsen.

Where can I stay near Bad Arolsen?

There are 729+ hotels available in Bad Arolsen.

Jena to Bad Arolsen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Jena to Bad Arolsen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Jena West to Erfurt Hbftrain Re3 / ...
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 51
3. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bad Arolsen Bahnhoftrain Rb4
4h 27m
€44–247
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Kasselbus N69
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bad Arolsen Bahnhoftrain Rb4
4h 44m
€24–64
Drive 224.4 km
1. Drive from Jena to Bad Arolsencar 224.4 km
2h 23m
€33–48
Train via Heilbad Heiligenstadt
1. Take the train from Jena West to Heilbad Heiligenstadttrain Re1
2. Take the train from Heilbad Heiligenstadt to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain Re8 / ...
3. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Bad Arolsen Bahnhoftrain Rb4
4h 34m
€46–174

Jena to Bad Arolsen by train

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4h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 250.5 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Jena, Germany and Bad Arolsen, Germany?

You can take a train from Jena West to Bad Arolsen Bahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe in around 4h 27m.

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