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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth is to bus which costs €22 - €45 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Bayreuth station. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Bayreuth central train station via Berlin central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Potsdam Hbf and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Berlin Hbf and Coburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Bayreuth?

The distance between Potsdam and Bayreuth is 375 km. The road distance is 327.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs €22 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Bayreuth bus from?

Potsdam to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin central bus station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Bayreuth train from?

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

Train or bus from Potsdam to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs €22 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Potsdam to Bayreuth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Bayreuth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Bayreuth is 327 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Potsdam to Bayreuth.

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

Book your Potsdam to Bayreuth bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

There are 622+ hotels available in Bayreuth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Potsdam 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
best
1. Take the bus from Berlin central bus station to Bayreuth central train stationbus FlixBus 234
5h 25m
€23–43
Train
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Coburgtrain 18 / ...
2. Take the train from Coburg to Bayreuth Hbftrain Rb
5h 57m
Drive 327.5 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Bayreuthcar 327.5 km
2h 48m
€46–67
Train via Leipzig
1. Take the train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Dessau Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Messetrain S2
3. Take the train from Leipzig Messe to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5 / ...
4. Take the train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Re / ...
5. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
7h 53m
€73–109
Train via Leipzig #2
1. Take the train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Dessau Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain S2
3. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
4. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
8h 11m

Potsdam to Bayreuth by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 25mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth.

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Distance: 374.9 km
Duration: 5h 25m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin central bus station to Bayreuth central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Potsdam Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Berlin Hbf and Coburg in around 5h 57m.

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