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Trip Summary
You can pick from 17 daily train trips between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Bayreuth. The average train journey from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Bayreuth takes 5 hours and 10 minutes, but some Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train trips are as short as 3 hours and 53 minutes.
Distance | 171 mi (275 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 53m |
Lowest price | €49.86 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Bayreuth?
2 train services operate from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Bayreuth. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 14 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 14 | 5h 10m | €48.74 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 9 | 5h 13m | €54.51 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Bayreuth start from €25, and on average cost . Daily there are 9 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bayreuth. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Garmisch-Partenkirchen leaves from Train Station and one other station. And in Bayreuth trains arrive at Bayreuth-St Georgen and 3 other train stations.
From Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Bayreuth train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 5 hours and 13 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 3 hours and 53 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Bayreuth is approximately 171 miles, or 275 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 10 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 53 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Bayreuth. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Garmisch-Partenkirchen at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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 17 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
City Information
Garmisch-Partenkirchen
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A Bavarian destination in southern Germany, Garmisch-Partenkirchen is a popular ski town that attracts millions of visitors every year. Accordingly, some of the best things to do are outdoors! The Zugspitze, Germany's tallest mountain, is covered in glacial snow year-round, but the ski season is only from October to May. Even if you're not strapped into a snowboard or skis, you can take the cogwheel train or cable car to the peak of the Zugspitze for outstanding views of the four countries surrounding the mountain.
The summer months are all about hiking in Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Check out Partnachklamm or Höllentalklamm, two incredible gorges where you can hike, traverse through tunnels, and see waterfalls. Then drink in the views of the Eibsee, a crystal clear alpine lake with boating and hiking opportunities.
There are many transportation options to serve the many enthusiastic adventurers who visit Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Munich is just a short bus trip away, and FlixBus runs service from Berlin, too. Garmisch-Partenkirchen has its own train station (complete with mountain views!), so you can easily connect to Deutsche Bahn trains heading to destinations throughout Europe.
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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
Main departure station: Train Station
There are two stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen where you can board the train to Bayreuth.
All train stations in Garmisch-Partenkirchen:
Train Station
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Hausberg
Where is the train station in Bayreuth?
Main arrival station: Train Station
There are more train stations and stops in Bayreuth than most cities. Most trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen will stop at one (or more) of the 4 following stations in Bayreuth:
Train stations in Bayreuth:
Train Station
Bayreuth-St Georgen
Friedrichsthal(b Bayreuth)
Laineck
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