What is the distance between Jena and Cologne?

The distance separating Jena and Cologne is 202 miles (326 km).

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

If you're headed to Cologne from Jena, chances are that your bus will leave from Paradies and arrive at Cologne/Bonn Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cologne Opera, Historic Town Hall, Volksgarten, Lanxess Arena and Roman Praetorium.

Bus Jena to Cologne from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Jena to Cologne on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Jena central bus station	6h 10m	7:55pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:15am	Jena central bus station	8h	9:15am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	1:25pm	Jena central bus station	8h 5m	9:30pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:30 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Jena to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

202 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $71	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$30 - $153	Average Duration5h 48m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$32 - $39	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Jena and Cologne?

Stops in Jena

A - Paradies

B - Jena Central Bus Station (West)

C - Jena Bahnhof Göschwitz

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Jena to Cologne by bus

What is the distance between Jena and Cologne?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Jena to Cologne?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

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$28

The cheapest trip from Jena to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Jena to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $34 for a bus ticket from Jena to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-11-17.