The average train between Hanover and Bayreuth takes 5h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Hanover to Bayreuth. 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 hourly between Hanover and Bayreuth. The earliest departure is at 12:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Hanover is at 8:27 PM which arrives into Bayreuth at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Würzburg Hbf and take an average of 5h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Hanover to Bayreuth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Hanover to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Hanover station and arriving at Bayreuth station via Würzburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.
Hanover to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Hannover Hbf station.
Hanover to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bayreuth Hbf station.
Book your Hanover to Bayreuth train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and agilis.
The distance between Hanover and Bayreuth is 298.5 km. The road distance is 521 km.
You can take a train from Hannover Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Würzburg Hbf, Bamberg, and Lichtenfels in around 5h 10m.