Day trip from Stuttgart to Jena
Jena lies 295 km (183 mi) north-east of Stuttgart, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 295 km (183 mi) apart, Jena is a realistic day trip from Stuttgart: about 4 h 48 min each way by road.
| Stuttgart | Jena | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Population | 612,663 | 104,712 |
| Elevation | 252 m (827 ft) | 149 m (489 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) |
| Postal codes | 70173–70629 | 07743–07749 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Jena
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Staying in Jena
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Common questions
How far is Jena from Stuttgart?
295 km (183 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Stuttgart; by road roughly 360 km (223 mi).
How long does it take to get from Stuttgart to Jena by road?
About 4 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Stuttgart and Jena?
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.