chiku-desktop

Cheap train tickets from Bayreuth to Cheb

Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.

chiku-mobile

Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:

Lowest Prices

We partner with the top bus & train carriers to bring you the best deals.

Best Travel Options

We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.

Quick & Easy Booking

Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.

Fast Customer Support

We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.

See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:

Download our free app!

Find, compare & book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.

4.8 Rating

5k Reviews

4.5 Rating

4.8k Reviews

Chiku

Bayreuth to Cheb Train Schedule

No preview is currently available. Please try another date or search the full schedule.

Trip Summary

There are usually 16 daily train trips available from Bayreuth to Cheb. Traveling by train from Bayreuth to Cheb usually takes one hour and 48 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in one hour and 9 minutes.

Distance37 mi (59 km)
Fastest train1h 9m
Lowest price$35.01
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
Train lines2

Wander into savings:
Get deals in your inbox!

Sign up to get the latest deals on bus & train tickets sent directly to you.

Which train should you take from Bayreuth to Cheb?

2 train services operate from Bayreuth to Cheb. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company usually has more trains scheduled, with 12 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn41h 49m$35.53
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company121h 48m$37.91
  • Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, or Deutsche Bahn EC, is a train service in Germany with regular service to Frankfurt, Hamburg, Zurich, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, and Munich. Deutsche Bahn Eurocity trains can be single or double-decker, but all are air conditioned.

  • Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Bayreuth to Cheb start from $35, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Cheb. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Bayreuth leaves from Train Station and 3 other stations. And in Cheb trains arrive at Train Station .

    From Bayreuth to Cheb train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 48 minutes. If you are looking to get to Cheb faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 9 minutes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Bayreuth to Cheb

The distance between Bayreuth and Cheb is approximately 37 miles, or 59 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 48 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 9 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains departing from Bayreuth to Cheb tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Bayreuth at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Cheb to Bayreuth.

City Information

Bayreuth

Bayreuth - DEBYH-0

Image credit: Pixabay

Bayreuth - DEBYH-1

Image credit: David Schiersner

Link to image attribution
Bayreuth - DEBYH-2

Image credit: Jan Beck

Link to image attribution

Bayreuth is a small city in Bavaria, sitting on the bank of the Red Main river. The city was founded in the 12th century, and visitors can see many traces of its medieval era in the existing town. However, the most well-known attraction in Bayreuth is the Margravial Opera House, a Baroque theater and UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ornate venue is part of what inspired famous composer Richard Wagner to move to Bayreuth. His life and legacy are celebrated every summer in Bayreuth with the Richard Wagner Festival. You can also learn about Wagner at his former residence, now the Richard Wagner Museum.

Bayreuth features many more historic buildings to explore, notably the Hermitage (Old Palace) and the Neue Schloss (New Palace). The Court Garden near the New Palace is an especially scenic place to relax after a busy day of sightseeing.

International travelers to Bayreuth will likely fly into nearby Nuremberg. From the airport, you can take a bus or train to Bayreuth. Additionally, Deutsche Bahn and FlixBus routes connect Bayreuth to other cities in the region, including Dresden and Bamberg.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Bayreuth?

Main departure station: Bayreuth-St Georgen

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 4 stops and stations in Bayreuth where you can board the train.

All train stations in Bayreuth:

  • Bayreuth-St Georgen

  • Train Station

  • Friedrichsthal(b Bayreuth)

  • Laineck

Where is the train station in Cheb?

Main arrival station: Train Station

Cheb has one train station.

Train stations in Cheb:

  • Train Station

Get around town with Moovit

Find the best way to get to and from any station in Cheb by public transit, courtesy of Moovit. Search now

Need a return trip from Cheb to Bayreuth?

Search Train Tickets

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.