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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Bayreuth is to bus which costs €29 - €55 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Bayreuth station. However, there are services departing from Frankfurt central train station and arriving at Bayreuth central train station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Römisches Theater and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Frankfurt and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Mainz to Bayreuth?

The distance between Mainz and Bayreuth is 354 km. The road distance is 277 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Bayreuth without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €60 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Mainz to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Bayreuth bus from?

Mainz to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Frankfurt central train station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Bayreuth train from?

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

Train or bus from Mainz to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Mainz to Bayreuth is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €60 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €55 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Mainz to Bayreuth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Bayreuth train arrive?

Mainz to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nürnberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Bayreuth is 277 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Mainz to Bayreuth.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain Re30 / ...
4h 30m
€64–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Bayreuth central train stationbus 068 / ...
5h 54m
€30–54
Drive 277 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Bayreuthcar 277 km
2h 57m
€40–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane FRA - NUE
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
3h 45m
€116–195

Mainz to Bayreuth by train

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Distance: 354.2 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Bayreuth Hbf via Frankfurt and Nürnberg Hbf in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Frankfurt central train station to Bayreuth central train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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