The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Bayreuth
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Bayreuth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Bayreuth will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 8 buses that leave Munich for Bayreuth on Sat, Jun 20, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 201 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus10:45 PM3h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:10 AMBayreuth, Hbf$301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:00 PM3h35Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)4:35 PMBayreuth, Hbf$301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:05 AM3h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:30 AMBayreuth, Hbf$311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:00 AM3h30Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)10:30 AMBayreuth, Hbf$311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:20 PM3h35Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)8:55 PMBayreuth, Hbf$311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:30 AM3h00München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz3:30 AMBayreuth, Hbf$571One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:05 AM3h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:30 AMBayreuth, Hbf$311One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:05 AM3h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)3:30 AMBayreuth, Hbf$571One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:45 PM3h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)2:10 AMBayreuth, Hbf$301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:00 AM3h30Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)10:30 AMBayreuth, Hbf$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Munich to Bayreuth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Bayreuth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $264.
Distance: 124 miles (201 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $533 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Bayreuth:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bayreuth costing on average $74 (€60).
A bus is $509 (€417) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bayreuth costing on average $533 (€436).
Other travel options to Bayreuth take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 47m.
Flight takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€19) compared to roughly $43 (€35) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 2h 45m versus 2h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Munich to Bayreuth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Munich to Bayreuth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Bayreuth buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h25 | 3:30 AM Bayreuth, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 3h00 | 3:30 AM Bayreuth, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h25 | 9:30 AM Bayreuth, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h30 | 10:30 AM Bayreuth, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h35 | 12:10 PM Bayreuth, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h35 | 4:35 PM Bayreuth, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h35 | 8:55 PM Bayreuth, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 3h25 | 2:10 AM Bayreuth, Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Bayreuth
Buses from Munich to Bayreuth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 124 miles (201 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 124 miles (201 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Munich to BayreuthYou can travel by bus between Munich to Bayreuth with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Munich to Bayreuth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Bayreuth by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bayreuth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Munich to Bayreuth
Most Munich to Bayreuth buses use the München, ZOB to Bayreuth, Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Bayreuth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do buses to Bayreuth leave from?
Getting to München, ZOB from Munich city centre
München, ZOB is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, ZOB bus station facilities and services
München, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station), Bavarian Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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