Cologne to Bayreuth train with Deutsche Bahn (RE,ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Bayreuth

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$32

Average price

$83

Fastest journey

5 h 52 m

Average duration

6 h 35 m

Trains per day

Distance

346 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Bayreuth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Bayreuth will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne for Bayreuth on Mon, Jul 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 346 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest trains will take 7 h 18 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.

10:42PM7h18

Cologne

06:00AMBayreuth

$321One-way

0 transfers

08:49AM5h52

Cologne

02:41PMBayreuth

$1341One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Bayreuth

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bayreuth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €27.

Distance: 214 miles (345 km)

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Bus
€86 Average price	€28 Average price Cheapest
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Bayreuth

Germany

Trains from Cologne to Bayreuth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $22 (€18)

Distance

214 miles (345 km)

Average train duration

4h 33m

Cheapest ticket price

$34 (€27)

Trains per day

Fastest train

4h 2m

First train

03:13

Last train

23:40

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $22 (€18)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Bayreuth trains

Travel between Cologne and Bayreuth from $52 (€42) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Cologne to Bayreuth train information with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 4 h 13 min
Cheapest Price: $52
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 15 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Bayreuth

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Bayreuth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cologne to Bayreuth.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Bayreuth can start from as little as $35 (€28) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Bayreuth is $94 (€75); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Cologne to Bayreuth is on average 4 h 13 min for the 214 mile (345 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Cologne to Bayreuth by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne to Bayreuth leaves at 3: 13 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne to Bayreuth leaves at 9: 29 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Cologne to Bayreuth which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Cologne to Bayreuth train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Cologne and Bayreuth to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 29 PM.

A trip to Bayreuth from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 13 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cologne to Bayreuth is January.

You have options as you can travel between Cologne and Bayreuth 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.