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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Jena Paradies | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Jena Paradies | Hbf | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Jena Paradies | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Jena Paradies | Hbf | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Jena Paradies | Hbf | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Jena to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jena to Cologne by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Jena to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Jena to Cologne start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £18. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Jena to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Jena to Cologne is 6h 31m, covering a distance of 202 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Jena to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Jena to Cologne?
The earliest train from Jena to Cologne departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 21:02.
Which is the best train operator from Jena to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Jena to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Jena to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Jena to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Jena to Cologne was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of £64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Jena to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £64 to £165 for a train ticket from Jena to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £64, which is on 2026-01-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Jena to Cologne?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Jena and Cologne is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £18 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Cologne, choose the train, as it will take you from Jena to Cologne in about 3h 50m – that's the fastest way to get there!
