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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Bayreuth is to bus via Munich which costs €19 - €45 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Bayreuth station. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Bayreuth central train station via Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Ulm to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Ulm Hbf and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Donauwörth, Nürnberg Hbf and Lichtenfels. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Ulm to Bayreuth?

The distance between Ulm and Bayreuth is 252 km. The road distance is 239.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Bayreuth without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 30m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Ulm to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Bayreuth bus from?

Ulm to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ulm station.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Bayreuth train from?

Ulm to Bayreuth train services, operated by agilis, depart from Ulm Hbf station.

Train or bus from Ulm to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Ulm to Bayreuth is to bus via Munich which takes 6h and costs €19 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Ulm to Bayreuth bus arrive?

Ulm to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Where does the Ulm to Bayreuth train arrive?

Ulm to Bayreuth train services, operated by agilis, arrive at Donauwoerth station.

Can I drive from Ulm to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Bayreuth is 239 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Ulm to Bayreuth.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

There are 609+ hotels available in Bayreuth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ulm 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
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Donauwoerthtrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Donauwörth to Nürnberg Hbftrain 18 / ...
3. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbfbus Ev
4h 30m
€51–73
Bus via Munich
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Munich central bus stationbus 336 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Bayreuth central train stationbus N86 / ...
6h
€20–41
Drive 239.4 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Bayreuthcar 239.4 km
2h 41m
€33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to Donauwoerthtrain Rb / ...
2. Take the train from Donauwörth to Nürnberg Hbftrain 18 / ...
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Lichtenfelstrain
4. Take the train from Lichtenfels to Bayreuth Hbftrain
5h 17m
€61–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seligweiler Hotel & Restaurant, Ulm to Nürnbergbus Odesa
2. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbfbus Ev
8h 21m
€68–82

Ulm to Bayreuth by train and bus

120Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.2 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Ulm to Bayreuth central train station via Munich central bus station in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ulm Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Donauwörth, Nürnberg Hbf, and Lichtenfels in around 5h 17m.

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