Cheb to Heidelberg by train

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Overview: trains from Cheb to Heidelberg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Cheb to Heidelberg, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:22 View journey
Last train 20:31 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 5hr 5m View journey
Distance (km) 277
Trains / day 10 View all
Cheapest journey US$34.50 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 14m
Train operators 17

Taking the train from Cheb to Heidelberg

Ready to book a trip from Cheb to Heidelberg by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Cost of train tickets between Cheb and Heidelberg

The cheapest train tickets from Cheb to Heidelberg start at US$34.50. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Cheb to Heidelberg is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 6 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train times for travel between Cheb and Heidelberg

If you are taking the train from Cheb to Heidelberg, you will have 10 trains each day (with a departure every 1 hour and 41 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:29. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:31. On weekends, the first train departs at 05:22, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 20:31.

Cheb to Heidelberg train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 277 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 5 hours and 5 minutes.

How early can you book train tickets from Cheb to Heidelberg?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Further insights on trains from Cheb to Heidelberg

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Heidelberg city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Cheb to Heidelberg

Want to know more about your journey from Cheb to Heidelberg? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Cheb to Heidelberg is 277 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.