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

The cheapest way to get from Gotha to Bayreuth is to drive which costs €22 - €35 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gotha to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct train between Gotha and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Gotha to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Gotha and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Erfurt Hbf and Coburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Gotha to Bayreuth?

The distance between Gotha and Bayreuth is 214 km. The road distance is 160.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Gotha to Bayreuth without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Gotha to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gotha to Bayreuth train from?

Gotha to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.

Where does the Gotha to Bayreuth train arrive?

Gotha to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Coburg station.

Can I drive from Gotha to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gotha to Bayreuth is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Gotha to Bayreuth.

How do I get a train ticket from Gotha to Bayreuth?

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Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

There are 599+ hotels available in Bayreuth.

Gotha to Bayreuth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gotha to Bayreuth by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Gotha to Erfurt Hbf
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Bamberg28 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bamberg train station to Bayreuth central train station068
3h 44m
€31–74
Drive 160.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gotha to Bayreuth160.7 km
2h 3m
€23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Coburg28 / ...
2. Take the train from Coburg to Bayreuth HbfRe
4h 16m
Train via Saalfeld
1. Take the train from Neudietendorf to Saalfeld(Saale)Re
2. Take the train from Saalfeld to Lichtenfels
3. Take the train from Lichtenfels to Bayreuth Hbf
4h 48m

Gotha to Bayreuth by bus and train

22Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 214.3 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Gotha, Thuringia, Germany and Bayreuth, Germany?

You can take a train from Gotha to Bayreuth Hbf via Erfurt Hbf and Coburg in around 4h 16m.

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