What is the cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Bayreuth?

The cheapest way to get from Erfurt to Bayreuth is to rideshare which costs €11 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Erfurt to Bayreuth?

The fastest way to get from Erfurt to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Erfurt and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Erfurt to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Erfurt Hbf and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Coburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Erfurt to Bayreuth?

The distance between Erfurt and Bayreuth is 171 km. The road distance is 173.7 km.

How do I travel from Erfurt to Bayreuth without a car?

The best way to get from Erfurt to Bayreuth without a car is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs €35 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Erfurt to Bayreuth?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Erfurt to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erfurt to Bayreuth train from?

Erfurt to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Erfurt Hbf station.

Where does the Erfurt to Bayreuth train arrive?

Erfurt to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Coburg, Bahnhof/ ZOB station.

Can I drive from Erfurt to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Erfurt to Bayreuth is 174 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Erfurt to Bayreuth.

How do I get a train ticket from Erfurt to Bayreuth?

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Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

There are 683+ hotels available in Bayreuth.

Can I share a ride from Erfurt to Bayreuth?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Erfurt and Bayreuth. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Erfurt to Bayreuth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Erfurt to Bayreuth by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Coburg, Bahnhof/ ZOBtrain 18 / ...
2. Take the train from Coburg to Bayreuth Hbftrain Rb
2h 19m
€36–77
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Erfurt to Bayreuthrideshare 175.2 km
2h 36m
€11
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Bambergtrain 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bamberg train station to Bayreuth central train stationbus 068 / ...
2h 35m
€19–48
Drive 173.7 km
1. Drive from Erfurt to Bayreuthcar 173.7 km
1h 48m
€32–47

Erfurt to Bayreuth by train

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Distance: 171 km
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Erfurt, Germany and Bayreuth, Germany?

You can take a train from Erfurt Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Coburg in around 2h 19m.

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