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The 14 Best Day Trips from Regensburg

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 14 good day trips from Regensburg, Germany, led by Munich, Nuremberg, Augsburg. The closest is Landshut, about 1 hr by car, and 1 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Regensburg at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Munich105 km S1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Nuremberg89 km NW1 hr 25 minFull-day trip
Augsburg114 km SW1 hr 45 minFull-day trip
Pilsen123 km NE1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Fürth96 km NW1 hr 30 minFull-day trip
Ingolstadt57 km SW1 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Erlangen102 km NW1 hr 35 minFull-day trip
Bayreuth110 km N1 hr 45 minFull-day trip
Landshut54 km S1 hrHalf-day trip
Bamberg131 km NW2 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Aalen148 km W2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight
Rosenheim129 km S2 hrFull-day trip
Passau109 km SE1 hr 40 minFull-day trip
Heidenheim an der Brenz148 km W2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Regensburg

  1. 1

    Munich, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car105 km south of Regensburg3 hr 20 min round trip

    What travelers see in Munich

    • Marienplatz - The heart of Munich, featuring the stunning Neues Rathaus and famous Glockenspiel, bustling with shops and cafes—a must-see for every visitor.
    • Viktualienmarkt - A vibrant food market in the center of Munich with fresh produce, local specialties, and traditional Bavarian delicacies—perfect for a delightful lunch.
    • English Garden - One of the largest urban parks in the world, this green oasis offers serene paths, beer gardens, and a picturesque lake—ideal for a relaxing day outdoors.

    Also nearby: Bogenhausen.

    17 traveler itinerariesThings to do in Munich
  2. 2

    Nuremberg, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car89 km north-west of Regensburg2 hr 50 min round trip
  3. 3

    Augsburg, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car114 km south-west of Regensburg3 hr 30 min round trip
  4. 4

    Pilsen, Czechia

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car123 km north-east of Regensburg3 hr 50 min round trip
  5. 5

    Fürth, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car96 km north-west of Regensburg3 hr round trip
  6. 6

    Ingolstadt, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 5 min by car57 km south-west of Regensburg2 hr 10 min round trip
  7. 7

    Erlangen, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car102 km north-west of Regensburg3 hr 10 min round trip
  8. 8

    Bayreuth, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car110 km north of Regensburg3 hr 30 min round trip
  9. 9

    Landshut, Germany

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car54 km south of Regensburg2 hr round trip
  10. 10

    Bamberg, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car131 km north-west of Regensburg4 hr 10 min round trip
  11. 11

    Aalen, Germany

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car148 km west of Regensburg4 hr 40 min round trip
  12. 12

    Rosenheim, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car129 km south of Regensburg4 hr round trip
  13. 13

    Passau, Germany

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car109 km south-east of Regensburg3 hr 20 min round trip
  14. 14

    Heidenheim an der Brenz, Germany

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car148 km west of Regensburg4 hr 40 min round trip

A sample day trip: Regensburg to Munich

A realistic pace for Munich, 105 km from Regensburg. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 07:30Leave Regensburg
  2. 09:10Arrive in Munich (1 hr 40 min drive)
  3. 09:25Marienplatz
  4. 11:25Lunch
  5. 12:40Viktualienmarkt
  6. 14:25English Garden
  7. 15:55Head back to Regensburg
  8. 17:35Home in Regensburg

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Regensburg?
The best day trips from Regensburg are Munich, Nuremberg, Augsburg, Pilsen, Fürth. The closest is Landshut, about 1 hr away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Regensburg?
Landshut is the closest, 54 km south of Regensburg, roughly 1 hr by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Regensburg?
One place is within about an hour's drive of Regensburg: Landshut (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Regensburg for a day out?
Munich is the largest city in day-trip range, 105 km south of Regensburg and about 1 hr 40 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Regensburg?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Heidenheim an der Brenz at 148 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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