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

The cheapest way to get from Weimar to Bayreuth is to rideshare which costs €6 - €8 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Weimar to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Weimar and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct bus from Weimar station to Bayreuth station. However, there are services departing from Weimar central train station and arriving at Bayreuth central train station via Chemnitz central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Weimar and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Weimar to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Weimar and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Erfurt Hbf and Coburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Weimar to Bayreuth?

The distance between Weimar and Bayreuth is 192 km. The road distance is 154.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Weimar to Bayreuth without a car is to train via Coburg which takes 4h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Weimar to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Weimar to Bayreuth bus from?

Weimar to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Weimar central train station.

Where do I catch the Weimar to Bayreuth train from?

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

Train or bus from Weimar to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Weimar to Bayreuth is to train via Coburg which takes 4h 10m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Weimar to Bayreuth bus arrive?

Weimar to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Chemnitz central bus station.

Where does the Weimar to Bayreuth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Weimar to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Weimar to Bayreuth is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Weimar to Bayreuth.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

There are 604+ hotels available in Bayreuth.

Can I share a ride from Weimar to Bayreuth?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Weimar to Bayreuth 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 via Coburg
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Coburg18 / ...
2. Take the train from Coburg to Bayreuth HbfRe
4h 10m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Weimar to Bayreuth156 km
1h 59m
€6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Weimar central train station to Chemnitz central bus stationN3205 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chemnitz central bus station to Bayreuth central train stationN1230 / ...
4h 55m
€26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Weimar to Gera SüdRe3 / ...
2. Take the train from Gera Sued to Hof HbfRe
3. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth HbfRe
5h 1m
Drive 154.6 km
1. Drive from Weimar to Bayreuth154.6 km
1h 44m
€23–32

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 192.1 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Weimar to Bayreuth Hbf via Erfurt Hbf and Coburg in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weimar central train station to Bayreuth central train station via Chemnitz central bus station in around 4h 55m.

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