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

The cheapest way to get from Magdeburg to Bayreuth is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Magdeburg to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Magdeburg and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct bus from Magdeburg station to Bayreuth station. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg central bus station and arriving at Bayreuth central train station via Leipzig central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Magdeburg and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Magdeburg to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Magdeburg Hbf and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Magdeburg to Bayreuth?

The distance between Magdeburg and Bayreuth is 460 km. The road distance is 289.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Bayreuth without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 4h 18m and costs €85 - €300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Magdeburg to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Bayreuth bus from?

Magdeburg to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Magdeburg central bus station.

Where do I catch the Magdeburg to Bayreuth train from?

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

Train or bus from Magdeburg to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Magdeburg to Bayreuth is to train via Nuremberg which takes 4h 18m and costs €85 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Magdeburg to Bayreuth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Magdeburg to Bayreuth train arrive?

Magdeburg to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Magdeburg to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Magdeburg to Bayreuth is 289 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Magdeburg to Bayreuth.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

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

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Train via Nuremberg
best
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Halle(Saale)Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
4h 18m
€85–295
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Leipzig central train stationbus N367 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Bayreuth central train stationbus N86 / ...
5h 5m
€23–39
Drive 289.3 km
1. Drive from Magdeburg to Bayreuthcar 289.3 km
2h 27m
€42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Magdeburg Hbf to Leipzig Hbftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
3. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
5h 54m
€528–696

Magdeburg to Bayreuth by train

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Distance: 460.2 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Magdeburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf via Halle(Saale)Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Magdeburg central bus station to Bayreuth central train station via Leipzig central train station in around 5h 5m.

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