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

The cheapest way to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth is to bus which costs €28 - €50 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Potsdam and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct bus from Potsdam station to Bayreuth station. However, there are services departing from Potsdam central train station and arriving at Bayreuth central train station via Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Potsdam and Bayreuth?

No, there is no direct train from Potsdam to Bayreuth. However, there are services departing from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Bayreuth Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Potsdam to Bayreuth?

The distance between Potsdam and Bayreuth is 527 km. The road distance is 327 km.

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

The best way to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €95 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Bayreuth bus from?

Potsdam to Bayreuth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Potsdam to Bayreuth train from?

Potsdam to Bayreuth train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Potsdam to Bayreuth?

The best way to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs €95 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €50 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Potsdam to Bayreuth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Potsdam to Bayreuth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potsdam to Bayreuth?

Yes, the driving distance between Potsdam to Bayreuth is 327 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Potsdam to Bayreuth.

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

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

Book your Potsdam to Bayreuth bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bayreuth?

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Potsdam to Bayreuth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Potsdam to Bayreuth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbftrain 18
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain Re30 / ...
4h 24m
€98–342
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Bayreuth central train stationbus N1385 / ...
5h 20m
€28–48
Drive 327 km
1. Drive from Potsdam to Bayreuthcar 327 km
2h 47m
€47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Flughafen BERtrain
2. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)plane BER - NUE
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
6h 19m
€143–346
Train via Leipzig
1. Take the train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hbftrain 57
2. Take the train from Leipzig Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Rb
3. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
7h 2m
€548–775
Train via Leipzig #2
1. Take the train from Potsdam, Rehbrücke Bhf to Dessau Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Dessau Hbf to Leipzig Messetrain S2
3. Take the train from Leipzig Messe to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhoftrain S5x / ...
4. Take the train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Hof Hbftrain Re
5. Take the train from Hof Hbf to Bayreuth Hbftrain
7h 57m
€85–225

Potsdam to Bayreuth by train

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Distance: 527 km
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from S Potsdam Hauptbahnhof to Bayreuth Hbf via Nürnberg Hbf in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Bayreuth central train station twice daily. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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