What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Thurnau?

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Thurnau is to bus which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to Thurnau?

The fastest way to get from Munich to Thurnau is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Thurnau?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich station to Thurnau. However, there are services departing from Munich central bus station and arriving at Thurnau Busbahnhof via Bayreuth, Goethestraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Thurnau?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Thurnau. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Kulmbach via Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Munich to Thurnau?

The distance between Munich and Thurnau is 311 km. The road distance is 245 km.

How do I travel from Munich to Thurnau without a car?

The best way to get from Munich to Thurnau without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €55 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Munich to Thurnau?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Munich to Thurnau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Thurnau bus from?

Munich to Thurnau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Thurnau train from?

Munich to Thurnau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Thurnau?

The best way to get from Munich to Thurnau is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Munich to Thurnau bus arrive?

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

Where does the Munich to Thurnau train arrive?

Munich to Thurnau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bamberg station.

Can I drive from Munich to Thurnau?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Thurnau is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Munich to Thurnau.

Where can I stay near Thurnau?

There are 566+ hotels available in Thurnau.

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There are 4 ways to get from Munich to Thurnau by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Bambergtrain 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Bamberg to Kulmbachtrain Re35 / ...
4h 30m
€58–239
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Bayreuth central train stationbus FlixBus 234 / ...
5h 28m
€23–36
Drive 245 km
1. Drive from Munich to Thurnaucar 245 km
2h 19m
€36–51
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Nürnberg Hbftrain 29 / ...
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Kulmbachtrain Re32 / ...
5h 3m
€62–170

Munich to Thurnau by train and bus

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 310.8 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Thurnau, Germany?

You can take a train from München Hbf to Thurnau Busbahnhof via Bamberg, Kulmbach, and Kulmbach, ZOB in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Bayreuth central train station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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