The cheapest and fastest trains from Jena to Prague
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
6 h 21 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jena to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jena to Prague will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $54.
To travel from Jena to Prague you need to make at least 3 changes.
IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · BUS 10379 · EC 379
RE 3657 · EB 81015 · R 20879 · IC 515
RB 74660 · EB 80885 · EB 81015 · R 20879
RE 3655 · EB 81013 · R 20877 · IC 561
RE 3906 · ICE 1557 · BUS 10175 · EC 175
IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · BUS 10379 · EC 379
IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · EC 10379 · EC 379
RB 74658 · IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · EC 10379
EB 80883 · IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · EC 10379
RE 3906 · ICE 1557 · BUS 10175 · EC 175Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Jena to Prague
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Jena to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $189.
Distance: 221 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average Price | $33 Average Price Cheapest | $424 Average Price |
5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 25m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Jena to Prague train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 74821 · IC 2447 · S 31727 · Os 428006 | 7:01 am Jena Paradies station | 7h11 | 2:12 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
RE 3655 · EB 81013 · R 20877 · IC 561 | 7:22 am Jena West station | 7h00 | 2:22 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
EB 80883 · IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · EC 10379 | 7:40 am Jena West station | 6h43 | 2:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
RB 74658 · IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · EC 10379 | 7:41 am Jena Saalbahnhof | 6h42 | 2:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · BUS 10379 · EC 379 | On time 8:02 am Jena Paradies station | 6h21 | 2:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
IC 2061 · ICE 1555 · EC 10379 · EC 379 | On time 8:02 am Jena Paradies station | 6h21 | 2:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
RE 3954 · ICE 1003+ ag 63061+ 357 | On time 8:08 am Jena West station | 7h14 | 3:22 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
RB 74663 · IC 2445 · S 31735 · Os 428008 | 8:17 am Jena Saalbahnhof | 7h55 | 4:12 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
RB 74663 · IC 2445 · EC 10175 · EC 175 | 8:17 am Jena Saalbahnhof | 8h06 | 4:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
RB 74660 · EB 80885 · EB 81015 · R 20879 | 8:41 am Jena Saalbahnhof | 7h41 | 4:22 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
RE 74823 · IC 2445 · S 31735 · Os 428008 | 9:01 am Jena Paradies station | 7h11 | 4:12 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
RE 74823 · IC 2445 · EC 10175 · EC 175 | 9:01 am Jena Paradies station | 7h22 | 4:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
RB 74665 · RB 74615 · RE 16517 · EC 10175 | 9:15 am Jena Paradies station | 7h08 | 4:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
RB 74665 · RB 74615 · RE 16517 · EC 10175 | 9:17 am Jena Saalbahnhof | 7h06 | 4:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4 changes | |
RE 3657 · EB 81015 · R 20879 · IC 515 | 9:22 am Jena West station | 7h00 | 4:22 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
RE 3906 · ICE 1557 · BUS 10175 · EC 175 | On time 9:38 am Jena West station | 6h45 | 4:23 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jena to Prague
Distance 221 km |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 22m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Jena to Prague trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Jena and Prague from $22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Jena to Prague train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Jena and Prague
- Gleis3viertel
- Imbiss
- Diener's
- Haus Orchideental
- Trattoria Italia
- Zur Wartburg
- Wein-Tanne
- Bauersfeld
- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
- Eiscafe RIVA
- Portofino
- Wein-Tanne
- Subway
- Ibis
- Thüringer Hof
- Hotel Vielharmonie
- Hotel Rasenmühle
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Boženy Němcové street.
- Ansámbl
- Bad Flash Bar
- Café Sladkovský
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Mars
- Hotel Slavia
- Hotel Nabucco
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and suburban trains
- Tram: Line 6, Line 7, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Praha hlavní nádraží
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available


