The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £169.
Distance: 261 km
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£58 Average Price | £461 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:51 Salzburg Hbf | 7h08 | 07:59 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | 05:05 Salzburg Hbf | 4h36 | 09:41 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | 05:43 Salzburg Hbf | 4h16 | 09:59 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | 06:05 Salzburg Hbf | 4h26 | 10:31 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
![]() | 07:08 Salzburg Hbf | 4h33 | 11:41 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:47, the last at 09:00. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 01:47 |
Last train 09:00 |
Train companies: Bayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, Alex, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | InterCity, Transdev GmbH, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf trainsBayerische Regiobahn, Deutsche Bahn, Alex, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Meridian, BOB & BRB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | InterCity, Transdev GmbH, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Bayreuth Hbf from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Alex
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
Westbahn
Bayerische Regiobahn
Meridian, BOB & BRB
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Transdev GmbH
FAQs: Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Bayreuth Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg Hbf and Bayreuth Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- 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
- Ponte Central
- Inges Café
- Poseidon
- Cô Chính
- Poseidon
- Bayerischer Hof
- B&B Hotel
- Hotel Weihenstephan


