What is the cheapest way to get from Bayreuth to Elmau?

The cheapest way to get from Bayreuth to Elmau is to bus which costs €21 - €40 and takes 7h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bayreuth to Elmau?

The fastest way to get from Bayreuth to Elmau is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Bayreuth and Elmau?

No, there is no direct bus from Bayreuth station to Elmau. However, there are services departing from Bayreuth central train station and arriving at Schloß Elmau via Munich central bus station and Mittenwald. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Bayreuth to Elmau?

The distance between Bayreuth and Elmau is 381 km. The road distance is 337.8 km.

How do I travel from Bayreuth to Elmau without a car?

The best way to get from Bayreuth to Elmau without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €85 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Bayreuth to Elmau?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Bayreuth to Elmau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bayreuth to Elmau bus from?

Bayreuth to Elmau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bayreuth central train station.

Train or bus from Bayreuth to Elmau?

The best way to get from Bayreuth to Elmau is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €85 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Bayreuth to Elmau bus arrive?

Bayreuth to Elmau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Can I drive from Bayreuth to Elmau?

Yes, the driving distance between Bayreuth to Elmau is 338 km. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Bayreuth to Elmau.

Where can I stay near Elmau?

There are 2580+ hotels available in Elmau.

Bayreuth to Elmau - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bayreuth to Elmau by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbf29 / ...
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Garmisch-PartenkirchenRb6
4h 22m
€89–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bayreuth central train station to Munich central bus station034 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Mittenwald train station040 / ...
7h 11m
€21–35
Drive 337.8 km
1. Drive from Bayreuth to Elmau337.8 km
3h 8m
€48–70

Bayreuth to Elmau by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 11mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 380.6 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Bayreuth, Germany and Elmau, Germany?

You can take a train from Bayreuth Hbf to Elmau via Nürnberg Hbf, München Hbf, and Garmisch-Partenkirchen in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bayreuth central train station to Schloß Elmau via Munich central bus station, Mittenwald train station, and Mittenwald in around 7h 11m.

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