The average train between Bayreuth and Leipzig takes 6h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Bayreuth to Leipzig. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Bayreuth and Leipzig. The earliest departure is at 11:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bayreuth is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Leipzig at 8:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bayreuth to Leipzig. However, there are services departing from Bayreuth station and arriving at Leipzig station via Coburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.
Bayreuth to Leipzig train services, operated by agilis, depart from Bayreuth Hbf station.
Bayreuth to Leipzig train services, operated by agilis, arrive at Leipzig Hbf station.
Book your Bayreuth to Leipzig train tickets online with agilis and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Bayreuth and Leipzig is 164.5 km. The road distance is 287 km.
You can take a train from Bayreuth Hbf to Leipzig Hbf via Coburg in around 3h 41m.