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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 on Sep 19
$35
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$35
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
7 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Cheb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Cheb will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Vienna to Cheb, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 358 km distance in an average of 7 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 16 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Cheb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $490.
Distance: 222 miles (358 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $490 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Cheb:
A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Cheb costing on average $70.
A bus is $441 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Cheb costing on average $490.
Other travel options to Cheb take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 5m.
Bus takes on average 7h 33m.
Tickets start at around $70 compared to roughly $89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19. The journey takes 7h 5m versus 5h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Cheb trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:10 AM Vienna | 7h16 | 1:26 PM Cheb | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vienna to Cheb run on average 20 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 222 miles (358 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 222 miles (358 km) |
Average train duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:56 PM |
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Best time to book 21 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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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 Vienna to Cheb trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Cheb nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Cheb - Skalka. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Cheb train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zum Roten Bären, Gasthaus Wickerl
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Austria Classic Hotel Wien, Hotel Bellevue Wien, Hotel Boltzmann.
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.
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