What is the cheapest way to get from Thuringia to Bavaria?

The cheapest way to get from Thuringia to Bavaria is to rideshare which costs €14 - €24 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thuringia to Bavaria?

The fastest way to get from Thuringia to Bavaria is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €50 - €140.

Is there a direct train between Thuringia and Bavaria?

No, there is no direct train from Thuringia to Bavaria. However, there are services departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at München Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Thuringia to Bavaria?

The distance between Thuringia and Bavaria is 360 km. The road distance is 379.6 km.

How do I travel from Thuringia to Bavaria without a car?

The best way to get from Thuringia to Bavaria without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs €50 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Thuringia to Bavaria?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Thuringia to Bavaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thuringia to Bavaria train from?

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

Where does the Thuringia to Bavaria train arrive?

Thuringia to Bavaria train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Thuringia to Bavaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Thuringia to Bavaria is 380 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Thuringia to Bavaria.

How do I get a train ticket from Thuringia to Bavaria?

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Where can I stay near Bavaria?

There are 1334+ hotels available in Bavaria.

Can I share a ride from Thuringia to Bavaria?

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

Thuringia to Bavaria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Thuringia to Bavaria by train, bus, rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf29 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to München Hbf29 / ...
2h 34m
€54–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erfurt to Munich379.6 km
4h 27m
€14–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf29 / ...
2. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Munich central bus stationN280 / ...
4h 5m
€43–107
Train via Hirschaid
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Hirschaid
2. Take the train from Hirschaid to Nürnberg HbfS1
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to PetershausenRe1
6h 33m
€68–97
Drive 379.6 km
1. Drive from Erfurt to Munich379.6 km
3h 45m
€54–78

Thuringia to Bavaria by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 360.4 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Thuringia, Germany and Bavaria, Germany?

You can take a train from Erfurt Hbf to München Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf in around 2h 34m.

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