- Must visit
Richard Wagner Museum
Museum inside Richard Wagner’s former home, exploring his life, works and Bayreuth legacy. Essential for music lovers and cultural visitors.
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Bayreuth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Bayreuth will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Munich to Bayreuth you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 686 · Bus EV · 3023
ICE 888 · Bus EV · 3081
ICE 684 · Bus EV · 3025
ICE 1604 · Bus EV · 3083
ICE 1102 · Bus EV · 3025
ICE 1102 · Bus EV · 3025
ICE 684 · Bus EV · 3025
ICE 686 · Bus EV · 3023
ICE 1604 · Bus EV · 3083
ICE 888 · Bus EV · 3081Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Bayreuth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £194.
Distance: 201 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £392 Average Price |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Bayreuth trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 888 · Bus EV · 3081 | On time 3:33 Munich Hbf | 4h07 | 7:40 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 686 · Bus EV · 3023 | On time 5:11 Munich Hbf | 3h20 | 8:31 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1604 · Bus EV · 3083 | On time 6:19 Munich Hbf | 3h22 | 9:41 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 684 · Bus EV · 3025 | On time 7:12 Munich Hbf | 3h19 | 10:31 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1102 · Bus EV · 3025 | On time 7:17 Munich Hbf | 3h14 | 10:31 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes |
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Trains from Munich to Bayreuth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 201 km distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 201 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:40 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Bayreuth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bayreuth trip today.
Museum inside Richard Wagner’s former home, exploring his life, works and Bayreuth legacy. Essential for music lovers and cultural visitors.
Small art museum with posters, paintings and graphic works linked to Bayreuth’s modern cultural scene; a rewarding stop near the centre.
Museum on local and regional history, from everyday life to civic development, housed in historic rooms near the old town core.
Landscaped park around the Hermitage palaces, with water features, pavilions and woodland walks. Ideal for a relaxed half-day outdoors.
Pedestrianised main street lined with historic façades, shops and city landmarks; useful for strolling, orientating and soaking up local life.
Historic market square with the old town’s civic atmosphere, framed by notable buildings and frequent events. A natural starting point for visits.
Franconian roast pork with a dark beer gravy, often served with potato dumplings and cabbage. A staple Sunday dish across Upper Franconia.
Potato dumplings typical of Franconia, usually served with roasts and rich gravies. They are a defining side dish of the regional cuisine.
A robust blood sausage seasoned with marjoram, traditionally eaten warm with sauerkraut or bread. It is closely linked to Franconian tavern cooking.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant offering seasonal modern cuisine in a refined setting within Hotel Goldener Anker.
Established brewery restaurant known for hearty Franconian dishes and house-brewed beer, with a lively but relaxed atmosphere.
Traditional Franconian inn serving roast meats, dumplings and regional beer in a historic, cosy setting near the centre.
Moderate for Germany: hotels rise during festival periods, but everyday dining and local transport are reasonably priced for visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Bayreuth Hbf -> ZOH Bayreuth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Bayreuth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bayreuth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Bayreuth trains use the München Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Bayreuth-St Georgen. Use this guide to compare Munich and Bayreuth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
Bayreuth Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ponte Central, Inges Café, Poseidon, Cô Chính
Wi-Fi is available at Bayreuth Hbf. ATMs are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bayreuth Hbf. Information desks are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bayreuth Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bayreuth Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bayreuth Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Poseidon, Bayerischer Hof, B&B Hotel, Hotel Weihenstephan.
Bayreuth-St Georgen is 1 km from Bayreuth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bayreuth-St Georgen has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bayreuth-St Georgen.
ATMs are available at Bayreuth-St Georgen.
Available at Bayreuth-St Georgen: Parking, WC.
Available at Bayreuth-St Georgen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bayreuth-St Georgen.
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