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

The cheapest way to get from Regensburg to Jena is to rideshare which costs €14 - €18 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Regensburg to Jena is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Regensburg and Jena?

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

Is there a direct train between Regensburg and Jena?

No, there is no direct train from Regensburg to Jena. However, there are services departing from Regensburg Hbf and arriving at Jena West via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Regensburg to Jena?

The distance between Regensburg and Jena is 338 km. The road distance is 263 km.

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

The best way to get from Regensburg to Jena without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €55 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Regensburg to Jena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Regensburg to Jena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Regensburg to Jena train from?

Regensburg to Jena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Regensburg Hbf station.

Train or bus from Regensburg to Jena?

The best way to get from Regensburg to Jena is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €55 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Regensburg to Jena bus arrive?

Regensburg to Jena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Chemnitz central bus station.

Where does the Regensburg to Jena train arrive?

Regensburg to Jena train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Erfurt Hbf station.

Can I drive from Regensburg to Jena?

Yes, the driving distance between Regensburg to Jena is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Regensburg to Jena.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Jena?

There are 538+ hotels available in Jena.

Can I share a ride from Regensburg to Jena?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Regensburg and Jena. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Regensburg to Jena - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Regensburg to Jena by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena Westtrain Re3 / ...
3h 9m
€60–258
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Regensburg to Jenarideshare 264.1 km
3h
€14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regensburg central train station to Chemnitz central bus stationbus 1304A
2. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Jena bus stationbus N69 / ...
6h 10m
€33–49
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Jena Westtrain Re3 / ...
3h 18m
€52–333
Train via Nuremberg #2
1. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Saalfeldtrain
3. Take the train from Saalfeld(Saale) to Jena Paradiestrain Rb / ...
4h 51m
€51–213
Drive 263 km
1. Drive from Regensburg to Jenacar 263 km
2h 35m
€39–56

Regensburg to Jena by train

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Distance: 337.6 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Regensburg Hbf to Jena West via Erfurt Hbf in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regensburg central train station to Jena bus station via Chemnitz central bus station in around 6h 10m.

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