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

The cheapest way to get from Jena to Heidelberg is to bus via Frankfurt Airport (FRA) which costs €29 - €50 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jena to Heidelberg is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Jena and Heidelberg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jena bus station station and arriving at Heidelberg Pre Waypoint. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Jena and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Jena to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Jena West and arriving at Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Jena to Heidelberg?

The distance between Jena and Heidelberg is 394 km. The road distance is 372 km.

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

The best way to get from Jena to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €70 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Jena to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jena to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Jena to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Jena to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Jena to Heidelberg is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €70 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus via Frankfurt Airport (FRA), which costs €29 - €50 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Jena to Heidelberg bus arrive?

Jena to Heidelberg bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt Airport station.

Where does the Jena to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jena to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Jena to Heidelberg is 372 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Jena to Heidelberg.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

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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 Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
4h 36m
€71–400
Bus via Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Frankfurt Airportbus 220 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt Airport to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus FlixBus 108 / ...
6h 24m
€30–49
Drive 372 km
1. Drive from Jena to Heidelbergcar 372 km
3h 14m
€54–78
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Jena Paradies to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain
2. Fly from Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LEJ - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h
€124–300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jena bus station to Heidelberg Pre Waypointbus N3205
6h 54m
€30–50

Jena to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 393.9 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Jena, Germany and Heidelberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Jena West to Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof via Erfurt Hbf and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jena bus station to Heidelberg Pre Waypoint via Frankfurt Airport in around 6h 24m.

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