Rome to Jena by bus
Jena lies 1,007 km (626 mi) north of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 18 h 19 min including stops, over roughly 1,229 km (764 mi) of road.
| Rome | Jena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Germany |
| Population | 2.3 million | 104,712 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 149 m (489 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
What changes when you arrive in Jena
Crossing from Italy into Germany: sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +49; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Where to book buses from Rome to Jena
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Staying in Jena
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Common questions
How far is Jena from Rome?
1,007 km (626 mi) in a straight line, north of Rome; by road roughly 1,229 km (764 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Jena by bus?
About 18 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Jena?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Jena?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.