The average train between Cheb and Essen takes 7h 52m and the fastest train takes 6h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheb to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Cheb and Essen. The earliest departure is at 7:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheb is at 7:37 PM which arrives into Essen at 11:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuernberg Hbf and take an average of 7h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 25m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Cheb to Essen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cheb to Essen. However, there are services departing from Cheb station and arriving at Essen Hbf station via Nuernberg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.
Cheb to Essen train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Cheb station.
Cheb to Essen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Essen Hbf station.
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The distance between Cheb and Essen is 406.8 km. The road distance is 506 km.
You can take a train from Cheb to Essen Hbf via Nuernberg Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 7h 23m.