The average train between Jena and Bayreuth takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Jena to Bayreuth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Jena and Bayreuth. The earliest departure is at 12:52 AM at night, and the last departure from Jena is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Bayreuth at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Saalfeld and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Jena to Bayreuth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Jena to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Jena Paradies station and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf station via Saalfeld(Saale) station and Lichtenfels station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.
Jena to Bayreuth train services, operated by Abellio GmbH, depart from Jena Paradies station.
Jena to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Bayreuth Hbf station.
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The distance between Jena and Bayreuth is 109.1 km. The road distance is 133 km.
You can take a train from Jena Paradies to Bayreuth Hbf via Saalfeld and Lichtenfels in around 3h 49m.