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Trip Summary
There are usually 24 daily train trips available from Darmstadt to Bayreuth. Traveling by train from Darmstadt to Bayreuth usually takes 4 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Distance | 130 mi (209 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 26m |
Lowest price | $51.01 |
Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Darmstadt to Bayreuth?
2 train services operate from Darmstadt to Bayreuth. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 17 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Deutsche Bahn | 17 | 4h 24m | $60.48 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 11 | 4h 43m | $58.77 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Darmstadt to Bayreuth start from $51, and on average cost . Daily there are 11 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bayreuth. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Darmstadt leaves from Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese and 2 other stations. And in Bayreuth trains arrive at Friedrichsthal(b Bayreuth) and 2 other train stations.
From Darmstadt to Bayreuth train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 4 hours and 43 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 26 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Darmstadt and Bayreuth is approximately 130 miles, or 209 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 30 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 26 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Darmstadt to Bayreuth on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Darmstadt at 12:00am 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 24 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 Darmstadt.
City Information
Darmstadt
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Darmstadt is a large city in the state of Hesse, near Frankfurt. It is known as Germany's City of Science due to the many scientific institutions and academies within the city's limits. A long list of notable landmarks makes Darmstadt a worthy destination to explore.
One of the most popular landmarks in the city is the ruins of Frankenstein Castle, which is said to have inspired the world-famous novel by Mary Shelley. Another is the St. Mary Magdalene Chapel, used by the Russian imperial family during their visit to the city. Finally, if you're a fan of quirky architecture, don't miss the art-nouveau museum Institut Mathildenhöhe Darmstadt or the Waldspirale, a colorful, spiraling residential building built in the 1990s.
To begin your Darmstadt adventure, catch a bus or train, both of which usually arrive at the Zweifalltorweg station. FlixBus and Sindbad connect Darmstadt to other cities by bus, and Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, and Railjet provide travel by train. From Darmstadt, some of the most popular destinations are Stuttgart, Munich, Cologne, and Rotterdam.
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 Darmstadt?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Darmstadt-Eberstadt
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in Darmstadt where you can board the train.
All train stations in Darmstadt:
Darmstadt-Eberstadt
Darmstadt-Kranichstein
Darmstadt-Arheilgen
Darmstadt TU-Lichtwiese
Darmstadt-Wixhausen
Where is the train station in Bayreuth?
Main arrival station: Friedrichsthal(b Bayreuth)
There are more train stations and stops in Bayreuth than most cities. Most trains from Darmstadt will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Bayreuth:
All train stations in Bayreuth:
Friedrichsthal(b Bayreuth)
Laineck
Bayreuth-St Georgen
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