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Trip Summary
You can pick from 38 daily train trips between Bayreuth and Emmen. The average train journey from Bayreuth to Emmen takes 11 hours and 28 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn train trips are as short as 9 hours and 46 minutes.
Distance | 281 mi (453 km) |
Fastest train | 9h 46m |
Lowest price | $119.70 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Bayreuth to Emmen?
2 train services operate from Bayreuth to Emmen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 34 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 34 | 10h 59m | $185.89 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 4 | 15h 35m | $196.62 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bayreuth to Emmen start from $165, and on average cost . Daily there are 4 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Emmen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Bayreuth leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Emmen trains arrive at Emmen Zuid and one other train station.
From Bayreuth to Emmen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 15 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Emmen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 9 hours and 46 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Bayreuth and Emmen is approximately 281 miles, or 453 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 46 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Bayreuth to Emmen. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Bayreuth at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 38 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Emmen to Bayreuth.
City Information
Bayreuth
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Link to image attributionBayreuth is a small city in Bavaria, sitting on the bank of the Red Main river. The city was founded in the 12th century, and visitors can see many traces of its medieval era in the existing town. However, the most well-known attraction in Bayreuth is the Margravial Opera House, a Baroque theater and UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ornate venue is part of what inspired famous composer Richard Wagner to move to Bayreuth. His life and legacy are celebrated every summer in Bayreuth with the Richard Wagner Festival. You can also learn about Wagner at his former residence, now the Richard Wagner Museum.
Bayreuth features many more historic buildings to explore, notably the Hermitage (Old Palace) and the Neue Schloss (New Palace). The Court Garden near the New Palace is an especially scenic place to relax after a busy day of sightseeing.
International travelers to Bayreuth will likely fly into nearby Nuremberg. From the airport, you can take a bus or train to Bayreuth. Additionally, Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus routes connect Bayreuth to other cities in the region, including Dresden and Bamberg.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Bayreuth?
Main departure station: Friedrichsthal(b Bayreuth)
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Bayreuth where you can board the train.
All train stations in Bayreuth:
Friedrichsthal(b Bayreuth)
Train Station
Bayreuth-St Georgen
Laineck
Where is the train station in Emmen?
Main arrival station: Emmen Zuid
Emmen receives travelers from Bayreuth at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Emmen:
Emmen Zuid
Stationsplein 6
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