The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Bayreuth
Cheapest price
£117
Average price
£164
Fastest journey
5 h 44 m
Average duration
6 h 19 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Bayreuth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Bayreuth will cost around £164 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £117.
To travel from Vienna to Bayreuth you need to make at least one change.
ICE 94+
Bus EV
ICE 228+
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ag 84650
ICE 94+
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ag 84648
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ICE 228 · Bus EV
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ICE 228 · Bus EVTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vienna to Bayreuth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Bayreuth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 £24, and a flight costs an average of £141.
Distance: 399 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£93 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £249 Average Price |
6h 8m Average total duration 5h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Vienna to Bayreuth train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 94 · Bus EV | On time 05:13 Vienna Hbf | 6h42 | 11:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 94+ Bus EV | On time 05:13 Vienna Hbf | 6h42 | 11:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 94+ 79720+ ag 84648 | On time 05:13 Vienna Hbf | 5h44 | 10:57 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 553+ ICE 228+ Bus EV | 05:33 Vienna Airport | 7h22 | 12:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
REX 7 · REX 3+ ICE 228+ Bus EV | 05:41 Vienna Airport | 7h14 | 12:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 560+ EC 218+ ICE 628+ Bus EV | 06:02 Vienna Airport | 7h29 | 13:31 Bayreuth Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJX 560+ EC 218+ ICE 1004+ Bus EV | 06:02 Vienna Airport | 7h53 | 13:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 3 changes | |
ICE 228+ 79722+ ag 84650 | On time 06:13 Vienna Hbf | 5h45 | 11:58 Bayreuth Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 228+ Bus EV | On time 06:13 Vienna Hbf | 6h42 | 12:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 228 · Bus EV | On time 06:13 Vienna Hbf | 6h42 | 12:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 560 · REX 5906 · RE 4067+ ag 63062 | 06:28 Vienna Hbf | 7h27 | 13:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJX 560 · REX 5906 · RE 4067+ ag 63062 | On time 06:28 Vienna Hbf | 7h03 | 13:31 Bayreuth Hbf | 5 changes | |
RJX 560+ EC 218+ ICE 628+ Bus EV | 06:28 Vienna Hbf | 7h03 | 13:31 Bayreuth Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJX 560 · EC 218 · ICE 1004 · Bus EV | 06:28 Vienna Hbf | 7h27 | 13:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 560+ EC 218+ ICE 1004+ Bus EV | 06:28 Vienna Hbf | 7h27 | 13:55 Bayreuth Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Bayreuth
Distance 399 km |
Average train duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, ÖBB | Railjet from Vienna to Bayreuth trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Vienna and Bayreuth from £24. 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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
ÖBB | Railjet
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Vienna to Bayreuth train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Bayreuth
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
- 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
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