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MKM Museum Küppersmühle für Moderne Kunst
Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$0.00
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$84
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 19
10
Distance
377 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bayreuth to Duisburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Bayreuth to Duisburg without transferring at least 2 times.



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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bayreuth to Duisburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a train costs an average of $170.
Distance: 234 miles (377 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Bayreuth to Duisburg:
A bus is $126 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bayreuth to Duisburg costing on average $170.
Other travel options to Duisburg take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 45m.
Tickets start at around $170 compared to roughly $90 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-79.78. The journey takes 5h 40m versus 5h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Bayreuth to Duisburg run on average 40 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $138 but you can travel from only $42 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:23, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 234 miles (377 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 234 miles (377 km) |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $138 |
Trains per day 40 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 1:23 AM |
Last train 8:15 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Major museum for modern and contemporary art in a converted mill. The industrial setting and strong exhibitions make it one of Duisburg’s top cultural stops.
Compact museum on inland shipping in Ruhrort, with models, engines, and harbor history. Essential for understanding Duisburg’s role as Europe’s inland port.
Regional art museum with works from modernism to contemporary practice. It is known for changing shows and an accessible, central city location.
Iconic walk-through sculpture on a hill above former slag heaps. The looping staircase and wide views make it one of Duisburg’s most photographed spots.
Revitalized inner harbor district with promenades, architecture, museums, and waterside views. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and photography.
Large landscaped park built around former steelworks. Day and night visits offer industrial scenery, gardens, and unusually atmospheric walking routes.
A hearty potato stew from the Lower Rhine, often with vegetables and sausage. It is a classic comfort dish long associated with home cooking in the region.
Curried sausage with sauce and fries is a Ruhrgebiet staple. In Duisburg it is a classic quick meal tied to the area's everyday working-class food culture.
Pickled herring in a sweet-sour marinade with onion and beetroot. Common across northern Germany and the Lower Rhine, it reflects the region's historic fish trade.
Refined Michelin-starred dining in Duisburg with modern tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Traditional brewery-style restaurant known for hearty German and Rhineland dishes in a relaxed, historic atmosphere at the Innenhafen.
Well-known riverside restaurant in Duisburg-Homberg serving regional German classics and seasonal dishes in a warm, established setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels often cost less than in Munich or Cologne, while dining and local transit stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is not usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
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Duisburg Hbf -> Königstraße, Duisburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bayreuth to Duisburg by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Duisburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bayreuth to Duisburg trains use the Bayreuth Hbf to Duisburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Use this guide to compare Bayreuth and Duisburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bayreuth Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ponte Central, Inges Café, Poseidon, Cô Chính
Wi-Fi is available at Bayreuth Hbf. ATMs are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bayreuth Hbf. Information desks are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bayreuth Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bayreuth Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bayreuth Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Poseidon, Bayerischer Hof, B&B Hotel, Hotel Weihenstephan.
Bayreuth-St Georgen is 1 km from Bayreuth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bayreuth-St Georgen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bayreuth-St Georgen.
ATMs are available at Bayreuth-St Georgen.
Available at Bayreuth-St Georgen: Parking, WC.
Available at Bayreuth-St Georgen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bayreuth-St Georgen.
Duisburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bellagio, Restaurant Mediteran, Café Dobbelstein, Da Roberto
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Plaza, Mercure, Hotel Goldener Hahn.
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd is 2 km from Duisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dadaslar, Cafe Kasbar, Bäckerei Bolten, Ziegenpeter
Wi-Fi is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. ATMs are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Information desks are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duisburg-Hochfeld Süd.
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