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

The cheapest way to get from Leipzig to Bayreuth is to rideshare which costs €10 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leipzig to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Leipzig and Bayreuth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leipzig central train station station and arriving at Bayreuth central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Leipzig and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Leipzig Hbf and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Coburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Leipzig to Bayreuth?

The distance between Leipzig and Bayreuth is 195 km. The road distance is 194.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Leipzig to Bayreuth without a car is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €16 - €85.

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

The bus from Leipzig central train station to Bayreuth central train station takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Bayreuth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leipzig to Bayreuth train from?

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

Train or bus from Leipzig to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Leipzig to Bayreuth is to bus which takes 2h 20m and costs €16 - €85. Alternatively, you can train via Coburg, which costs and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Leipzig to Bayreuth bus arrive?

Leipzig to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bayreuth central train station.

Where does the Leipzig to Bayreuth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leipzig to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Leipzig to Bayreuth is 195 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Leipzig to Bayreuth.

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

Book your Leipzig to Bayreuth train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Leipzig to Bayreuth?

Book your Leipzig to Bayreuth bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

There are 609+ hotels available in Bayreuth.

Can I share a ride from Leipzig to Bayreuth?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Leipzig and Bayreuth. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Leipzig to Bayreuth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Leipzig to Bayreuth by bus, train, car, or rideshare

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Bayreuth central train stationbus N86 / ...
2h 20m
€16–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Leipzig to Bayreuthrideshare 196 km
2h 45m
€10
Train via Coburg
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Coburgtrain 91 / ...
2. Take the train from Coburg to Bayreuth Hbftrain Rb
3h 34m
Drive 194.7 km
1. Drive from Leipzig to Bayreuthcar 194.7 km
1h 47m
€28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
2. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain Re30
3h 51m

Leipzig to Bayreuth by bus

10Weekly Buses

2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 194.6 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Leipzig central train station to Bayreuth central train station once daily. Tickets cost €16–85 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Coburg in around 3h 34m.

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