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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Bayreuth is to bus which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 25m.

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 40m 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 5h 25m.

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 and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Ulm to Bayreuth?

The distance between Ulm and Bayreuth is 262 km. The road distance is 240 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 which takes 3h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m 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 train which takes 3h 48m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 25m.

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 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Ulm to Bayreuth.

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

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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?

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Ulm to Bayreuth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hbf to DonauwoerthRe
2. Take the train from Donauwörth to Nürnberg Hbf18 / ...
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf
3h 48m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Munich central bus station336 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Bayreuth central train station034 / ...
5h 25m
€20–39
Drive 240 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Bayreuth240 km
2h 40m
€35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Aalen, HauptbahnhofRs5
2. Take the train from Aalen, Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbf61
3. Take the bus from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth HbfEv
5h 40m
€39–72

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 262.5 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Ulm Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Donauwörth and Nürnberg Hbf in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ulm to Bayreuth central train station via Munich central bus station in around 5h 25m.

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