How much does a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Jena cost?

The bus ticket price from Heidelberg to Jena starts at R 478. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Heidelberg to Jena is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Heidelberg to Jena?

The average travel time between Heidelberg and Jena is around 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 268 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Heidelberg and Jena?

The number of buses from Heidelberg to Jena can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Heidelberg to Jena by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Heidelberg to Jena?

When taking the bus from Heidelberg to Jena, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heidelberg to Jena?

Buses travelling between Heidelberg and Jena leave from Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz or Heidelberg and arrive at Paradies, Jena Central Bus Station (West), Jena Bahnhof Göschwitz.

Bus Heidelberg to Jena from R 478 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Heidelberg to Jena on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:15	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	6h 55m	05:10	Jena central bus station	No tags
06:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	5h 30m	11:50	Jena central bus station	No tags
21:40	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	7h 30m	05:10	Jena central bus station	No tags
22:15	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	6h 55m	05:10	Jena central bus station	No tags
06:20	Alte Eppelheimer Straße	5h 30m	11:50	Jena central bus station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Heidelberg to Jena

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Jena. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 478, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 30mAverage duration

268 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 478 - R 636	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 114 - R 4 018	Average duration4h 18m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Bus Heidelberg to Jena: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 562

Average bus trip duration5h 30m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure06:20

Distance268 km

Latest bus departure22:35

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FlixBus

3.5/511 179 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11179 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 478

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Heidelberg to Jena Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Heidelberg and Jena?

Stops in Heidelberg

A - Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz

B - Heidelberg

C - Heidelberg Central Station

Stops in Jena

A - Paradies

B - Jena Central Bus Station (West)

C - Jena Bahnhof Göschwitz

Frequently asked questions on the trip Heidelberg - Jena

How much does a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Jena cost?
The bus ticket price from Heidelberg to Jena starts at R 478. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Heidelberg to Jena is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Heidelberg to Jena?
The average travel time between Heidelberg and Jena is around 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 268 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Heidelberg and Jena?
The number of buses from Heidelberg to Jena can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Heidelberg to Jena by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Heidelberg to Jena?
When taking the bus from Heidelberg to Jena, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Heidelberg to Jena?
Buses travelling between Heidelberg and Jena leave from Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz or Heidelberg and arrive at Paradies, Jena Central Bus Station (West), Jena Bahnhof Göschwitz.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Heidelberg to Jena.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Heidelberg to Jena, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Heidelberg to Jena.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Heidelberg to Jena.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Heidelberg to Jena?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 30m	Avg priceR 562	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 18m	Avg priceR 2 289	Daily departures19

Will you be returning to Heidelberg by bus?

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