How far is it from Jena to Leipzig?

The distance between Jena and Leipzig is 59 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Jena to Leipzig?

The drive from Jena to Leipzig takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.

The fastest route from Jena to Leipzig covers 59 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.

Leipzig lies roughly to the north-east of Jena.

The drive from Jena to Leipzig mainly follows A 9.

Towns on the route from Jena to Leipzig include Bad Köstritz.

Distance: 59 miDuration: 1 h 15 min

Driving from Jena to Leipzig takes about 1 h 15 min via A 9. The distance is 59 mi. The straight-line distance is 46 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Jena, Bad Kösen, Bad Köstritz, Leipzig. Driving directions

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The return trip from Leipzig to Jena covers roughly the same distance, 59 mi.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 16 August 2026.

How far is it from Jena to Leipzig?: The distance between Jena and Leipzig is 59 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Jena to Leipzig?: The drive from Jena to Leipzig takes approximately 1 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Jena to Leipzig?: The fastest route from Jena to Leipzig covers 59 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 15 min.
Which direction is Leipzig from Jena?: Leipzig lies roughly to the north-east of Jena.
Which roads does the route from Jena to Leipzig follow?: The drive from Jena to Leipzig mainly follows A 9.
Which towns do you pass between Jena and Leipzig?: Towns on the route from Jena to Leipzig include Bad Köstritz.