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

The cheapest way to get from Stuttgart to Bayreuth is to bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stuttgart to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Stuttgart and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Stuttgart to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Lichtenfels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Stuttgart to Bayreuth?

The distance between Stuttgart and Bayreuth is 284 km. The road distance is 278.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Bayreuth without a car is to train and bus via Nuremberg which takes 4h 15m and costs €30 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Stuttgart to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stuttgart to Bayreuth train from?

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

Train or bus from Stuttgart to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Stuttgart to Bayreuth is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs €29 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Stuttgart to Bayreuth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stuttgart to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stuttgart to Bayreuth is 278 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Stuttgart to Bayreuth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stuttgart to Bayreuth 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, bus via Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbf61
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth HbfSev
4h 15m
€32–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kornwestheim to Bayreuth central train stationN1222
6h 17m
€30–45
Drive 278.2 km
1. Drive from Stuttgart to Bayreuth278.2 km
2h 29m
€40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Lichtenfels61
2. Take the train from Lichtenfels to Bayreuth HbfRe38 / ...
4h 17m
€45–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Nuernberg HbfRe
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth HbfSev
4h 25m
€32–65

Stuttgart to Bayreuth by train, foot, and bus

53Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.7 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Kornwestheim to Bayreuth central train station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hauptbahnhof to Bayreuth Hbf via Lichtenfels in around 4h 17m.

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