Seated carriage
These tickets are ideal for shorter journeys during the day, featuring comfortable seats in air-conditioned carriages.
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Trains from Kiel to Jena
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- Lowest price from $26.79
- Average duration 5h 54m
- Connections per day 162
- Distance 390 km
- CO₂ per person 5 kg
train from Kiel to Jena
The journey from Kiel to Jena is about 390 km. On average a train trip takes 5h 54m with 162 connections per day.
| Lowest price | $26.79 |
|---|---|
| Trip duration | 5h 54m |
| Connections per day | 162 |
| Lowest price | $26.79 |
| Highest price | $151.20 |
| First departure | 12:05 AM |
| Last departure | 11:30 PM |
| Distance | 390 km |
| Departure | Kiel |
| Arrival | Jena |
| Travel operator | S-Bahn, Eurocity S-Bahn, Eurocity, Regionalbahn, erixx, Intercity, Nightjet, Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, Intercity-Express, Erfurter Bahn GmbH, Regional-Express, Bus, Straßenbahn |
Carriers on this route
Learn more about carriers on this route.
The ÖBB Nightjet, operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB), offers overnight train travel between major European cities, providing a convenient and comfortable way to journey through the night. The Nightjet trains are equipped with sleeping cabins, couchettes, and seats, offering passengers a comfortable and convenient way to travel long distances while they sleep. The service runs throughout Austria and extends to neighboring countries such as Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and the Czech Rederived.
Ticket types and services from Kiel to Jena
Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Kiel to Jena.
Couchette
These tickets provide a more affordable option for overnight travel, with bunk beds in shared compartments that can accommodate up to 6 passengers.
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Sleeper cabin
These are the most comfortable Nightjet tickets, featuring single, double, or triple compartments with beds, blankets, and pillows for a good night's sleep.
- Power sockets
- Luggage
- Accessibility
- Food and drink
- Air conditioning
- Bicycle
Facility description
Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.
Facilities Description
Wi-Fi
Wifi service is currently unavailable on Nighthet.
Quiet zone
Private compartments are available on ÖBB Nightjets. In couchette cars, 1-6 persons (1-3 adults; max. 5 children up to the age of 14) can travel at a low fixed rate. Moreover, for everyone's comfort, there's a quiet time enforced from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Main lights in sleeper and couchette sections should be off during this period.
Power sockets
Apart from standard outlets, the new Nightjet offers USB charging and inductive charging stations.
Luggage
When travelling on an ÖBB Nightjet train, you're allowed to check only one suitcase and one piece of hand luggage. Ensure your luggage is stored in a manner that doesn't inconvenience or obstruct others. Remember the guidelines for luggage storage: Easily stowable items should go in the overhead racks, while bulkier luggage should be placed under the seat or in designated luggage racks. Always keep passageways, doors, and escape routes clear for everyone's safety.
Accessibility
Certain routes offer coaches with wheelchair-friendly compartments and nearby restrooms, accommodating a passenger with a wheelchair and a companion.
Food and drink
Day coach travelers can buy snacks and drinks from onboard staff. Couchette ticket holders get mineral water and a Viennese breakfast. Sleeper cabin passengers enjoy a welcome drink, evening snack, mineral water, and a customized breakfast. Specific dietary requests for Nightjet meals should be emailed at least 72 hours before departure.
Air conditioning
Every compartment in sleeper, couchette, and seating carriages has individual air conditioning controls.
Bicycle
On Nightjets connecting Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, bikes are welcome with a specific ticket and reservation. ÖBB Nightjet also allows items like pushchairs and musical instruments. Use the ÖBB service to transport bikes within Austria. Folding bikes are free if they're within 110 cm x 80 cm x 40 cm. Ensure e-bike batteries are charged, and note bikes can't be on buses during rail interruptions.
CO₂ emissions by mode
train 27.3kg
bus 29.25kg
flight 78kg
carpool 62.4kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Kiel to Jena?
The train journey between Kiel and Jena emits 27.3kg of CO₂.
How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Kiel and Jena?
Taking the train between Kiel and Jena saves 50.7kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 1.95kg compared to the bus and 35.1kg compared to the car.
FAQ
A train ticket from Kiel to Jena costs ≈ $100.28 (€89.47). Prices vary by how far ahead you book and the time of day. Tickets start from ≈ $26.79 (€23.90).
The cheapest ticket from Kiel to Jena costs ≈ $26.79 (€23.90). Book as early as possible and avoid peak times.
Kiel and Jena are 390 km apart.
The journey from Kiel to Jena takes about 5h 54m on average. The fastest option takes 5h 19m.
This route is served by 12 operators: S-Bahn, Eurocity, Regionalbahn, erixx, Intercity, Nightjet, Abellio Rail Mitteldeutschland GmbH, Intercity-Express, Erfurter Bahn GmbH, Regional-Express, Bus and Straßenbahn.
There are about 162 connections per day from Kiel to Jena.
The first train from Kiel to Jena leaves at 12:05 AM. Check times on your travel date.
The last train from Kiel to Jena leaves at 11:30 PM. Check times on your travel date.
We recommend booking as early as possible. The train we found costs ≈ $26.79 (€23.90) but prices can change.
There are about 0 direct connections from Kiel to Jena.
The shortest train journey between Kiel and Jena takes 5h 19m.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kiel and Jena.
The train journey from Kiel to Jena generates 5 kg of CO₂.