Find coaches from Cologne to Bayreuth

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Next departures from Cologne to Bayreuth on 6 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bayreuth Central Train StationCheapest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bayreuth Central Train StationFastest
Flixbus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Bayreuth Central Train StationNo tags
Flixbus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
Bayreuth Central Train StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Bayreuth

Bus
Average priceUS$28 - US$54Average duration8h 25m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$48 - US$210Average duration4h 57m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$30 - US$47Average duration4h 20m
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Bayreuth

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bayreuth. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
4h 20mAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Bayreuth: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$45
Average bus trip duration8h 25m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure04:50
Distance215 miles
Latest bus departure15:10

Cologne to Bayreuth Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Bayreuth

  1. What's the distance between Cologne and Bayreuth by coach?

    The distance between Cologne and Bayreuth by coach is approximately 215 miles (346 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Cologne to Bayreuth without a car?

    You can travel to Bayreuth from Cologne by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Bayreuth was searched and found on 6 Oct 2025 with a price of US$25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Bayreuth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$50 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Bayreuth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2025-10-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cologne to Bayreuth.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cologne to Bayreuth.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cologne to Bayreuth.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Cologne to Bayreuth, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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