Day trip from Jena to Chemnitz
Chemnitz lies 95 km (59 mi) east of Jena, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 95 km (59 mi) apart, Chemnitz is a realistic day trip from Jena: about 1 h 32 min each way by road.
| Jena | Chemnitz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 104,712 | 247,220 |
| Elevation | 149 m (489 ft) | 306 m (1,004 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 07743–07749 | 09111–09131 |
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Staying in Chemnitz
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Common questions
How far is Chemnitz from Jena?
95 km (59 mi) in a straight line, east of Jena; by road roughly 115 km (72 mi).
How long does it take to get from Jena to Chemnitz by road?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Jena and Chemnitz?
No, both are on Europe/Berlin at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.