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Münchberg - Bayreuth Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are 11 daily trains from Münchberg to Bayreuth. Traveling by train from Münchberg to Bayreuth usually takes around one hour and 48 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in one hour and 29 minutes.

Distance20 mi (31 km)
Fastest train1h 29m
Lowest price$23.20
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Münchberg to Bayreuth?

2 train services operate from Münchberg to Bayreuth. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 11 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn111h 48m$25.12
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company21h 38m$23.58
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Münchberg to Bayreuth start from $23, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bayreuth. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Münchberg leaves from Unfriedsdorf and one other station. And in Bayreuth trains arrive at Bayreuth-St Georgen .

    From Münchberg to Bayreuth train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 38 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bayreuth faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 29 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Münchberg and Bayreuth is approximately 20 miles, or 31 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 48 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 29 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Münchberg to Bayreuth on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Münchberg at 5:00am 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 11 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 Bayreuth to Münchberg.

City Information

Bayreuth

Bayreuth - DEBYH-0

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Bayreuth - DEBYH-1

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Bayreuth - DEBYH-2

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Bayreuth 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 Münchberg?

Main departure station: Hildbrandsgrün

There are two stations in Münchberg where you can board the train to Bayreuth.

All train stations in Münchberg:

  • Hildbrandsgrün

  • Unfriedsdorf

Where is the train station in Bayreuth?

Main arrival station: Bayreuth-St Georgen

There are more train stations and stops in Bayreuth than most cities. Most trains from Münchberg will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Bayreuth:

Train stations in Bayreuth:

  • Bayreuth-St Georgen

  • Laineck

  • Friedrichsthal(b Bayreuth)

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