The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Cheb
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Cheb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Cheb will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Cheb without transferring at least once.
R 3461 · Sp 5285
R 3465 · Sp 5287
3459+
79716+
20876
3459+
79716+
5285
Bus EV · 3827+
20878
Bus EV · 5283
Bus EV · 5287
Bus EV · 5285
Bus EV · 3827+
20878
Bus EV · 3825+
20876Travel Information
Compare train for Nuremberg to Cheb
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Cheb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 117 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€34 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Cheb train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Cheb trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus EV · 5283 | 7:05 AM Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz | 2h16 | 9:21 AM Cheb, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
R 3459 · OPB 79716 · R 20876 | 7:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 10:27 AM Cheb, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
3459+ 79716+ 20876 | 7:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 10:27 AM Cheb, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
3459 · 5285+ 79716 | 7:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h41 | 11:21 AM Cheb, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
Bus EV · 3825+ 20876 | 8:05 AM Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz | 2h22 | 10:27 AM Cheb, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
R 3461 · Sp 5285 | 8:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h41 | 11:21 AM Cheb, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
Bus EV · 5285 | 9:05 AM Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz | 2h16 | 11:21 AM Cheb, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
R 3463 · OPB 79720 · R 20878 | 9:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 12:27 PM Cheb, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
Bus EV · 3827+ 20878 | 10:05 AM Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz | 2h22 | 12:27 PM Cheb, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
R 3465 · Sp 5287 | 10:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h41 | 1:21 PM Cheb, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
Bus EV · 5287 | 11:05 AM Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz | 2h16 | 1:21 PM Cheb, nádraží | 1 transfer | |
R 3467 · OPB 79724 · R 20880 | 11:40 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 2h47 | 2:27 PM Cheb, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Cheb
Trains from Nuremberg to Cheb run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 00:53 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nuremberg to Cheb trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Nuremberg and Cheb from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg to Cheb
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg to Cheb by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cheb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Nuremberg Hbf, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cheb nádraží, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nuremberg to Cheb
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- Sushi glas
- Afterwork
- Mike's Bar & Restaurant
- Museumscafé Arte
- Motel One Nürnberg-Plärrer
- Art-Hotel City
- Gasthof Schwänlein
- Hotel Keiml
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