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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Leipzig to Jena
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
56 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leipzig to Jena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Jena will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 7 buses that leave Leipzig for Jena on Sun, Mar 08, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leipzig to Jena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Jena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 71 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Jena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Jena buses for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 9:45 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 1h14 | 10:59 PM Jena, Paradiesbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 1h20 | 12:00 AM Jena, Paradiesbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 8 | |||||
| 10:55 AM Leipzig | 1h25 | 12:20 PM Jena | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leipzig to Jena
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Buses from Leipzig to Jena run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 71 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 71 km |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 14m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Leipzig to JenaYou can travel by bus between Leipzig to Jena with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leipzig to Jena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig to Jena by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Jena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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