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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Bayreuth
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
417 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Bayreuth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Bayreuth will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Hamburg for Bayreuth every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 417 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:015h40
Hamburg15:41Bayreuth
£381One-way
0 changes
09:015h30
Hamburg14:31Bayreuth
£631One-way
0 changes
05:015h30
Hamburg10:31Bayreuth
£1181One-way
0 changes
06:025h39
Hamburg11:41Bayreuth
£1351One-way
0 changes
09:015h30
Hamburg14:31Bayreuth
£631One-way
0 changes
05:015h30
Hamburg10:31Bayreuth
£1181One-way
0 changes
06:025h39
Hamburg11:41Bayreuth
£1351One-way
0 changes
10:015h40
Hamburg15:41Bayreuth
£381One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Bayreuth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Bayreuth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £152.
Distance: 417 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£84 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £269 Average Price |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Bayreuth train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 23:00
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:01 Hamburg | 5h30 | 10:31 Bayreuth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:02 Hamburg | 5h39 | 11:41 Bayreuth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:01 Hamburg | 5h30 | 14:31 Bayreuth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:01 Hamburg | 5h40 | 15:41 Bayreuth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Bayreuth
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Trains from Hamburg to Bayreuth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Distance 417 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 30m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:16 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £21
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Bayreuth trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Bayreuth from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 30m
Cheapest Price
£34
Deutsche Bahn frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Hamburg to Bayreuth train
FAQs: Travel by train from Hamburg to Bayreuth easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hamburg to Bayreuth.
The train distance from Hamburg to Bayreuth is 417 km.
Booking trains from Hamburg to Bayreuth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Hamburg to Bayreuth, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The cost of a train ticket from Hamburg to Bayreuth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The train journey from Hamburg to Bayreuth covers a distance of 417 km and takes approximately 5h 30m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Hamburg to Bayreuth leaves at 3:20.
The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Bayreuth is by coach, costing approximately £21.
The last train from Hamburg to Bayreuth departs at 23:16.
The train station in Hamburg that goes to Bayreuth is Hamburg Hbf, and it arrives at Bayreuth Hbf.
Trains from Hamburg to Bayreuth run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Hamburg to Bayreuth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Hamburg to Bayreuth.
There is no night train service from Hamburg to Bayreuth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg and Bayreuth
Hamburg
Bayreuth
The major train station for departures in Hamburg is Hamburg-Harburg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Hamburg-Harburg for your trip from Hamburg to Bayreuth.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
Hotel
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
Hamburg Airport
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
6 kmDining
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
Hotel
- Leonardo Inn Airport
Hamburg Dammtor
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmDining
- Hunt Coffee
- Haerlin
- Gran Sasso
- Double Coffee
Hotel
- Hotel Hanseatin
- Renaissance
- Hotel Preuß
- Hotel Amsterdam
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
- The station has luggage lockers.
Dining
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
Information Desk
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
Distance to city center
15 kmDining
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
Hotel
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
The major train station for arrivals in Bayreuth is Bayreuth Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bayreuth Hbf for your journey to Bayreuth from Hamburg.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:30 - 14:00
Dining
- Ponte Central
- Inges Café
- Poseidon
- Cô Chính
Hotel
- Poseidon
- Bayerischer Hof
- B&B Hotel
- Hotel Weihenstephan
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