How to travel from Munich to Bayreuth

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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 an average ticket price of Kč 595 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč 595, while a flight costs an average of Kč 10,020.

Distance: 124 miles (201 km)

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Driving

Kč 1,409

Average price

Kč 595

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Cheapest

Kč 10,020

Average price

Kč 923

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 24m

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30m

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3h 55m

Average total duration

3h 25m

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30m

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3h 45m

Average total duration

1h 45m

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2h 0m

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2h 44m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Lufthansa

Most popular airline

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

Compare ways to travel from Munich to Bayreuth

Compare the available ways to get from Munich to Bayreuth, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Bayreuth is a bus with an average price of Kč 595.

This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Bayreuth:

A bus is Kč 815 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bayreuth costing on average Kč 1,409.

A bus is Kč 9,426 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bayreuth costing on average Kč 10,020.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Bayreuth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 54m.

Other travel options to Bayreuth take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 45m.

Bus takes on average 3h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Munich and Bayreuth including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Munich to Bayreuth among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 20m sooner (2h 24m by train vs 2h 44m by car). Tickets start at around Kč 1,409 compared to roughly Kč 923 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from Munich to Bayreuth

How to get from Munich to Bayreuth by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Munich to Bayreuth is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH125 · LH142
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4856 · 3830 · 3411
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4856+agilis84566
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnS1+agilis84654+oberpfalzbahn79722+agilis76936
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH115 · LH148
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH117 · LH148
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH109 · LH146
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Munich to Bayreuth

Travel 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 Munich to Bayreuth.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Bayreuth including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Bayreuth is a bus with an average price of Kč 595.

This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Bayreuth:

A bus is Kč 815 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Bayreuth costing on average Kč 1,409.

A bus is Kč 9,426 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bayreuth costing on average Kč 10,020.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Bayreuth is by train with an average journey time of 2h 54m.

Other travel options to Bayreuth take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 45m.

Bus takes on average 3h 55m.

The distance from Munich to Bayreuth is approximately 124 miles (201 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Bayreuth is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich and Bayreuth as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Munich to Bayreuth:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Bayreuth Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Bayreuth, Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Bayreuth, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Bayreuth by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Bayreuth by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Dolomiti to go to Bayreuth by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Munich to Bayreuth:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Munich to Bayreuth often also extend their vacation to go to Nuremberg, Prague, Berlin, Vienna, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bayreuth and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bayreuth to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a fulfilling experience in Bayreuth, 2 to 3 days are generally sufficient to explore its cultural landmarks, such as the Margravial Opera House, Richard Wagner Museum, and the Hermitage Palace.

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