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Museum of Cheb
The Museum of Cheb presents regional history, art, and the famous room tied to Albrecht von Wallenstein’s final hours.
Cheapest price
€83
Average price
€107
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
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 €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €83.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Cheb without transferring at least 2 times.
R 4982 · R 3001 · R 20875
ICE 904 · R 3430 · Sp 5281
R 4982 · R 3400 · R 3823 · R 20874
ICE 602 · R 3003 · R 3402 · R 3825
ICE 602 · R 3003 · R 3402 · R 3825
R 4982 · R 3400 · R 3823 · R 20874
R 4982 · R 3001 · R 20875
ICE 904 · R 3430 · Sp 5281Omio 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 train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. 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 train costs an average of €16, and a bus costs an average of €26.
Distance: 72 miles (117 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€27 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nuremberg to Cheb:
A train is €14 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nuremberg to Cheb costing on average €41.
Other travel options to Cheb take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 26m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (1h 58m by train vs 2h 4m by car). Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €23 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Cheb trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4982 · R 3001 · R 20875 | 5:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 4h38 | 10:20 AM Cheb, nádraží | 2 transfers | |
R 4982 · R 3400 · R 3823 · R 20874 | 5:42 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h45 | 9:27 AM Cheb, nádraží | 3 transfers | |
ICE 602 · R 3003 · R 3402 · R 3825 | On time 8:05 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 3h22 | 11:27 AM Cheb, nádraží | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Nuremberg to Cheb run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 72 miles (117 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 72 miles (117 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 12:53 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Cheb — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cheb trip today.
The Museum of Cheb presents regional history, art, and the famous room tied to Albrecht von Wallenstein’s final hours.
Retromuseum Cheb explores everyday life and design from the second half of the 20th century through engaging themed displays.
The Gallery of Fine Arts in Cheb shows Czech modern and contemporary art in a respected regional institution with strong exhibitions.
King George of Poděbrady Square is Cheb’s grand central square, lined with historic facades and ideal for exploring the old town.
The historic center of Cheb is compact and walkable, packed with Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture and local atmosphere.
The castle precinct offers river views, medieval walls, and access to key monuments, making it one of the city’s best walking areas.
A creamy potato soup with mushrooms, root vegetables and marjoram, often served in western Bohemia and popular in local pubs year-round.
Roast pork with dumplings and sauerkraut is a classic Czech festive meal widely eaten in Cheb and across Bohemia.
Beef sirloin in a creamy vegetable sauce, usually served with bread dumplings. It is one of the best-known traditional Czech Sunday dishes.
Established Czech restaurant and brewery-style venue known for hearty local dishes and beer-focused dining in a traditional setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Czech classics, grilled meats and generous portions in a casual local atmosphere.
Historic hotel restaurant near the square offering Czech and Central European dishes in a more formal old-town setting.
Budget-friendly for Czech travel: meals and coffee are low-cost, local transit is cheap, and lodging is usually below Prague prices.
Round up small bills or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is common.
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Cheb, nádraží -> Náměstí Krále Jiřího z Poděbrad, 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.

Most Nuremberg to Cheb trains use the Nürnberg Hbf to Cheb nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Cheb - Skalka. Use this guide to compare Nuremberg and Cheb train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz.
Nürnberg-Steinbühl has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Sushi glas, Afterwork, Mike's Bar & Restaurant, Museumscafé Arte
Wi-Fi is available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl. ATMs are available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl. Information desks are available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg-Steinbühl.
Nearby hotels include Motel One Nürnberg-Plärrer, Art-Hotel City, Gasthof Schwänlein, Hotel Keiml.
Cheb nádraží has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheb nádraží.
Cheb - Skalka is 1 km from Cheb city centre. Public transport options include:
Cheb - Skalka has practical services for this route, including Parking and Accessibility.
Available at Cheb - Skalka: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheb - Skalka.
Cheb-Všeboř nádraží is 4 km from Cheb city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Cheb-Všeboř nádraží has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Cheb-Všeboř nádraží.
Available at Cheb-Všeboř nádraží: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cheb-Všeboř nádraží.
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