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How to get from Essen to Jena?

Planning to travel to Essen from Jena and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Essen to Jena, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Essen and Jena, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, HKX, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Essen to Jena, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Essen Jena trip.

For your trip from Essen to Jena, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Essen to Jena

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Essen to Jena, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Essen to Jena train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Essen Jena train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Essen Jena

Carpooling from Essen to Jena is perfect if you want to travel to Jena in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Essen or Jena.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Essen to Jena transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Essen Jena Travel Information

Departure city
Essen
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Jena
Germany
Thuringia
Distance
201 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train, carpooling and bus
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Plan your trip from Essen to Jena easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Essen to Jena easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Essen and Jena that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, HKX, FlixBus or ADAC PostBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Essen and Jena with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Essen and Jena

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Essen to Jena?
Environmentally friendly The Essen Jena train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Accessibility The train stations in Essen or Jena are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Cost Essen Jena train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Essen Jena train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Essen to Jena?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Essen and Jena, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Price The price of bus tickets from Essen to Jena are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Jena (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Comfort Essen-Jena buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Travel time Buses from Essen to Jena are mostly much slower than trains to Jena to cover the 201 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Essen to Jena?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Essen to Jena.
Friendliness Carpooling from Essen to Jena is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transportation, especially if you share the ride with nice people.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Essen and Jena.
Reliability You have to rely on the punctuality and reliability of the driver for your Essen Jena trip. He is not always on time.

Where to start from in Essen? Where do I arrive in Jena?

Essen Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Essen

Essen Hbf
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Essen-Frohnhausen
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Essen-Steele
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Essen-Steele Ost
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Essen Stadtwald
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Essen Süd
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Essen-Altenessen
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Essen-Eiberg
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Essen-Hügel
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Essen-Werden
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Jena arrival bus stations

Jena, Busbahnhof Jena Paradies
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Jena Arrival Stations

Jena Paradies
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Bus Essen Jena

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when making a reservation. Most of the time, cancelling or changing your Essen-Jena bus ticket will incur additional costs.

The duration of the bus trip between Essen and Jena usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Jena for your travel date.

Buses between Essen and Jena usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Most buses between Essen and Jena are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Bus companies Essen Jena

FlixBus
FlixBus
ADAC PostBus
ADAC PostBus
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Trains Essen Jena

There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from Essen to Jena that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

The average train journey time from Essen to Jena depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Jena are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Essen to Jena. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Essen and Jena.

To get the best train fares between Essen and Jena, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

Train companies between Essen and Jena

Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
FlixTrain
FlixTrain
HKX
HKX
ÖBB
ÖBB
EuroBahn
EuroBahn
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Carpool Essen Jena

The duration of a carpool trip between Essen and Jena also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling is generally considered a safe option for traveling between Essen and Jena. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Essen and Jena, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Essen to Jena depends on the driver and the type of vehicle being used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

Carpooling platform Essen Jena

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