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Buses are the most convenient option that you can choose to reach the airport from Taif city center. You can also get to the airport by taxi or by renting a car from the city center.

Bus

Direct buses to the airport depart from Al Taif Station in Taif Al Faisaliah. Local bus services operated by SAPTCO depart on short intervals. According to the current information in SAPTCO's web site the fare you will pay for this trip, which is about 30 kilometers, is 15 Saudi Riyals and it takes about 1 hour. You can make your reservation at the official website of SAPTCO or you can get your ticket from the sales points. It is also possible to buy tickets from almost every stop.

Taxi

You must absolutely have an agreement with the driver about the fare before you start your journey, if you are taking a taxi without a taximeter. Otherwise, you can pay really high fares. Taxis are the least preferred means of transportation by visitors of Taif, where there is not much alternatives in terms of transportation in the city.

Taxi fares are more expensive than other means of transportation. This is why we recommend you take advantage of the bus or car rental service instead of taxis. You should be careful about the taxi you take. In Taif, limousine taxis, for example, are also available and they are much more expensive than regular taxis.

Car Rental

There are car rental companies located in the city as well as in Taif Airport. Car rental companies are as popular as local buses, as the oil prices here are low. In additions, there are extremely modern highways in Taif that has links to all nearby cities. You can go to the airport with your vehicle rented from Taif city and deliver it to the same car rental company in the terminal.

Airport Information

Taif Airport, 70 kilometers from Mecca and 30 kilometers from Taif city center, is an airport suitable for international and domestic flights. You will not find much shops and similar entertainment areas at Taif Airport, which is smaller than other airports in Saudi Arabia with regard to area and capacity.

Taif Airport is of great importance for the history of Saudi aviation. The first one to land this airport was Ibn Saud, the founder of the kingdom. It is an airport used both for military and public purposes.

In the terminal you can find a small parking area for cars and the offices of most preferred car rental companies throughout Saudi Arabia. You can also see bus stops and taxi stands, from where you can take a bus or taxi to Taif city center, at a short distance from the terminal exit.

The airport interior design is not too complicated as there is not much to do inside the airport. Several major airline companies, including Turkish Airlines, organize flights to Taif Airport.

Visitors traveling to Bayreuth, a city in Bavaria, Germany, usually fly into Nuremberg Airport, which is located about 1 hour away. Another airport you can use to travel to Bayreuth is in Munich, which is a little over 2 hours away. People who can’t find direct flights to Nuremberg tend to fly into Munich when traveling to Bayreuth.

Transportation to Bayreuth City Center from Nuremberg Airport

The closest international airport to use when traveling to Bayreuth is Nuremberg International Airport. The airport is located 90 km south of Bayreuth. There are a variety of transportation alternatives you can use to get to the city center from the airport, including shuttle services and rental car. Other alternatives like trains and buses don’t provide direct transportation to Bayreuth, you will have to transfer to another vehicle in Nuremberg.

Train

By using the metro station located inside Nuremberg Airport you can travel to Nuremberg city center. The U2 metro line takes about 12 minutes to get to the city center. It provides direct transportation to the central train station. From here you can transfer to a train to Bayreuth. The train from Nuremberg to Bayreuth takes no longer than 1 hour. Once you get to Bayreuth you can take a taxi to get to your destination in the city. There are taxis available in front of the train station in Bayreuth.

Train services between Nuremberg and Bayreuth start early in the morning and continue until the evening. Trains are a convenient transportation alternative if you do not have heavy luggage. Do not forget to check the most current train schedule before traveling.

Bus

There isn’t a bus service directly between the airport and Bayreuth. The Postbus provides quick transportation from the airport to Nuremberg city center. Once you get to the city center you can easily transfer to buses that provide transportation to Bayreuth. Buses to Bayreuth depart from the main bus station in the city center. Postbus buses provide transportation to other cities like Dortmund, Cologne, and Düsseldorf. If you want to get to Bayreuth city center from Nuremberg we recommend checking the latest bus schedule online.

Shuttle Services

Shuttle services are accessible right in front of the terminal at Nuremberg Airport but are usually preferred as a means of transportation to historic areas and central locations in Nuremberg. If you want to use a shuttle service as a transportation alternative to get to Bayreuth then you have to make a reservation in advance. The cost for shuttle services varies, depending on the total distance traveled, the number of total passengers, and the season. In addition to booking shuttle services online, you can get help arranging this service at the airport.

Taxi

Taking a taxi from Nuremberg Airport to Bayreuth is among the most comfortable transportation alternatives. Taxis provide direct transportation to Bayreuth, without having to transfer vehicles along the way. Taxis are readily available at the terminal exits. For more detailed information about taxi fares you can ask the taxi drivers directly. Another advantage of taking a taxi is that they provide door-to-door service so you won’t have any difficultly with your bags.

Rental Car

Renting a car is a great way to get to Bayreuth and explore different regions and the surrounding area. Rentalcars provides convenient rental services at Nuremberg Airport. You can find a vehicle that suits your needs and your budget at the airport or in advance online. Reserving your vehicle in advance online makes it that much easier to be on your way once you land. The rental company also offers luxury vehicle options for those who want to rent a car.

Limousine Rental

Those who want to enjoy an elite experience can rent a limousine as a transportation alternative to get to the city. You can arrange a limousine rental once you land or make a reservation online through companies like Limousinenservice, Interline Limousinen, and Sindbad Limousinenservice.

Renting a limousine is a more expensive option compared to other transportation alternatives. However, these vehicles are fast, comfortable, and convenient. Renting a limousine is the most convenient transportation alternative if you are willing to pay more.

Limousine rental services offer different models with varying passenger capacities to suit your needs. If you are traveling in a large group you could get an advantageous discount.

Car

Those who want to travel by car can enjoy a relaxing drive to Bayreuth from Nuremberg Airport. To drive to Bayreuth from the airport you have to head north. If it is your first time in the city we highly recommend using a GPS device to help navigate your way.