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

The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Bayreuth is to bus which costs €55 - €85 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamburg to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Hamburg and Bayreuth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arriving at Bayreuth central train station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Hamburg and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Hamburg to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Hamburg Hbf and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Hamburg to Bayreuth?

The distance between Hamburg and Bayreuth is 698 km. The road distance is 518.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamburg to Bayreuth without a car is to train via Kassel which takes 6h 27m and costs €110 - €310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Hamburg to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Bayreuth bus from?

Hamburg to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Hamburg to Bayreuth train from?

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

Train or bus from Hamburg to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Hamburg to Bayreuth is to train via Kassel which takes 6h 27m and costs €110 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €85 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Hamburg to Bayreuth bus arrive?

Hamburg to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bayreuth central train station.

Where does the Hamburg to Bayreuth train arrive?

Hamburg to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe station.

Can I drive from Hamburg to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamburg to Bayreuth is 519 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Hamburg to Bayreuth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hamburg to Bayreuth?

Book your Hamburg to Bayreuth bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

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Hamburg to Bayreuth - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Hamburg to Bayreuth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Kassel
best
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhetrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Nürnberg Hbftrain 25
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
6h 27m
€118–306
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Bayreuth central train stationbus 034
7h 40m
€55–85
Drive 518.9 km
1. Drive from Hamburg to Bayreuthcar 518.9 km
5h 13m
€77–111
Fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane HAM - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
5h 47m
€122–392
Train
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Coburg, Bahnhof/ ZOBtrain 91
2. Take the train from Coburg to Bayreuth Hbftrain Rb
6h 57m
€140–297
Train #2
1. Take the train from Hamburg Central Station to Leipzig Central Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
3. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
8h 7m
€539–636
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane HAM - MUC
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
6h 4m
€136–477
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane HAM - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
6h 35m
€140–358

Hamburg to Bayreuth by train

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6h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 697.6 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Hamburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe and Nürnberg Hbf in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Bayreuth central train station 5 times a week. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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