background-img-buses-trains
chiku-desktop

Cheb to Bayreuth train

chiku-mobile
Available on iOS & Android
Lowest Prices

We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.

Best Travel Options

We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.

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.

Cheb - Bayreuth Train Schedule

Find cheap rental carsFind great deals on cheap cars in the area.
RentalCars logotypeRentalCars logotype
from$30.00
No preview is currently available. Please try another date or search the full schedule.

Trip Summary

There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Cheb to Bayreuth. Traveling by train from Cheb to Bayreuth usually takes one hour and 59 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train can make the trip in one hour and 20 minutes.

Distance37 mi (59 km)
Fastest train1h 20m
Lowest price$20.46
Most frequent serviceDeutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company
Train lines2

Which train should you take from Cheb to Bayreuth?

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

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Deutsche Bahn32h 0m$23.14
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company21h 59m$23.06
  • 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 Cheb to Bayreuth start from $20, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Bayreuth. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Cheb leaves from Train Station . And in Bayreuth trains arrive at Train Station .

    From Cheb to Bayreuth train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 1 hours and 59 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bayreuth faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 20 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Cheb to Bayreuth. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
The distance between Cheb and Bayreuth is approximately 37 miles, or 59 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 20 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Cheb to Bayreuth. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Cheb at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 4 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 Bayreuth to Cheb.

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 Cheb?

Main departure station: Train Station

There is one train station in Cheb.

All train stations in Cheb:

  • Train Station

Where is the train station in Bayreuth?

Main arrival station: Train Station

Bayreuth has one train station.

All train stations in Bayreuth:

  • Train Station

Get around town with Moovit

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

Need a return trip from Bayreuth to Cheb?

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.

Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.

Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more

iPhone
Android
Available on iOS & Android