The average train between Leipzig and Bayreuth takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig 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 3 times a day between Leipzig and Bayreuth. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 3:18 PM which arrives into Bayreuth at 6:31 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Bayreuth station via Coburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.
Leipzig to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bayreuth Hbf station.
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The distance between Leipzig and Bayreuth is 164.5 km. The road distance is 287 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Coburg in around 3h 34m.