The average train between Mainz and Bayreuth takes 4h and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Mainz 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 Mainz and Bayreuth. The earliest departure is at 4:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Bayreuth at 7:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 4h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Bayreuth station via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.
Mainz to Bayreuth train services, operated by Süwex, depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Bayreuth train services, operated by Süwex, arrive at Bayreuth Hbf station.
Book your Mainz to Bayreuth train tickets online with Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Bayreuth is 236 km. The road distance is 354 km.
You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Bayreuth Hbf via Frankfurt and Nürnberg Hbf in around 4h 39m.