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

The cheapest way to get from Bayreuth to Forchheim is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bayreuth to Forchheim is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Bayreuth and Forchheim?

No, there is no direct bus from Bayreuth to Forchheim. However, there are services departing from Bayreuth Hbf and arriving at Forchheim via Gößweinstein Freibad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Bayreuth and Forchheim?

No, there is no direct train from Bayreuth to Forchheim. However, there are services departing from Bayreuth Hbf and arriving at Forchheim (Oberfr) via Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Bayreuth to Forchheim?

The distance between Bayreuth and Forchheim is 85 km. The road distance is 52.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bayreuth to Forchheim without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 25m and costs €12 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Bayreuth to Forchheim, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bayreuth to Forchheim bus from?

Bayreuth to Forchheim bus services, operated by Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg (VGN), depart from Bayreuth Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Bayreuth to Forchheim train from?

Bayreuth to Forchheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Bayreuth Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bayreuth to Forchheim?

The best way to get from Bayreuth to Forchheim is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs €24 - €40. Alternatively, you can line 397 bus and bus, which costs €8 - €14 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Bayreuth to Forchheim bus arrive?

Bayreuth to Forchheim bus services, operated by Verkehrsverbund Großraum Nürnberg (VGN), arrive at Gößweinstein Freibad station.

Where does the Bayreuth to Forchheim train arrive?

Bayreuth to Forchheim train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bamberg station.

Can I drive from Bayreuth to Forchheim?

Yes, the driving distance between Bayreuth to Forchheim is 52 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Bayreuth to Forchheim.

Where can I stay near Forchheim?

There are 715+ hotels available in Forchheim.

Bayreuth to Forchheim - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Bayreuth to Forchheim by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bayreuth central train station to Bamberg train station068 / ...
2. Take the train from Bamberg to Forchheim (Oberfr)Re20 / ...
1h 25m
€12–18
Drive 52.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bayreuth to Forchheim52.1 km
50 min
€8–11
Train
1. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to BambergRe38 / ...
1h 39m
€25–35
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bayreuth to Forchheim52.1 km
50 min
€130–160
Train via Lichtenfels
1. Take the train from Bayreuth Hbf to LichtenfelsRe38 / ...
2. Take the train from Lichtenfels to Forchheim (Oberfr)Re14 / ...
2h 10m
€25–35
Line 397 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bayreuth Hbf to Gößweinstein Freibad397 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gößweinstein Freibad to Forchheim222
3h 1m
€9–13

Bayreuth to Forchheim by bus and train

21Weekly Services

1h 25mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.2 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Bayreuth, Germany and Forchheim, Bavaria, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Bayreuth Hbf to Bamberg every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bayreuth Hbf to Forchheim via Gößweinstein Freibad in around 3h 1m.

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