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There are 9 ways to get from Madrid to Cheb by plane, bus, train or car

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Fly to Prague, bus  •  8h 46m

  1. Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Prague (PRG) MAD - PRG
  2. Take the bus from Prague Airport Terminal 1/2 to Cheb Central Bus Station

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Fly to Nuremberg, train  •  9h 58m

  1. Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Nuremberg (NUE) MAD - NUE
  2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Cheb

Fly to Munich, train  •  10h 35m

  1. Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Munich (MUC) MAD - MUC
  2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Regensburg Hbf
  3. Take the train from Regensburg Hbf to Marktredwitz

Fly to Leipzig, train  •  12h 17m

  1. Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Leipzig (LEJ) MAD - LEJ
  2. Take the train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Werdau, Bahnhof
  3. Take the train from Werdau to Cheb

Fly to Frankfurt, train  •  10h 36m

  1. Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Frankfurt (FRA) MAD - FRA
  2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf
  3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Cheb

Train  •  20h 28m

  1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Ave
  2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Paris Gare De Lyon Tgv
  3. Take the train from Paris l'Est to Stuttgart Hbf Ice / ...
  4. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Nuernberg Hbf Re / ...
  5. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Cheb

Train via Saint-Marcel-lès-Valence  •  21h 49m

  1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Ave
  2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud Tgv
  3. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Strasbourg Tgv
  4. Take the train from Strasbourg to Stuttgart Hbf Ice / ...
  5. Take the train from Stuttgart Hbf to Nuernberg Hbf Re / ...
  6. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Cheb

Bus  •  32h 1m

  1. Take the bus from Madrid to Paris 793
  2. Take the bus from Paris to Nuremberg central bus station 109
  3. Take the bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Bayreuth central train station 134
  4. Take the bus from Bayreuth central train station to Cheb 068

Drive  •  19h 24m

  1. Drive from Madrid to Cheb 2084.5 km

Madrid to Cheb by train and walk

The journey time between Madrid and Cheb is around 20h 28m and covers a distance of around 2623 km. This includes an average layover time of around 3h 32m. Operated by Renfe AVE, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros and others, the Madrid to Cheb service departs from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arrives in Cheb. Typically 17 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.

17 Weekly Services
20h 28m Average Duration
7 875 Kč Cheapest Price
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The most affordable way to get from Madrid to Cheb is to fly and bus, which costs €50 - €140 and takes 8h 46m.

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The quickest way to get from Madrid to Cheb is to fly and bus which costs €50 - €140 and takes 8h 46m.

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No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Cheb. However, there are services departing from Madrid and arriving at Cheb via Paris, Nuremberg central bus station and Bayreuth central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 1m.

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No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Cheb. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arriving at Cheb via Barcelona-Sants, Quai de la Rapée, Paris l'Est, Stuttgart Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 28m.

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The distance between Madrid and Cheb is 1649 km. The road distance is 2084.5 km.

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The best way to get from Madrid to Cheb without a car is to train which takes 20h 28m and costs €330 - €600.

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It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Madrid to Cheb, including transfers.

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Madrid to Cheb bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Madrid station.

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Madrid to Cheb train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha station.

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The best way to get from Madrid to Cheb is to train which takes 20h 28m and costs €330 - €600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €160 - €240 and takes 32h 1m.

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  • Distance: 1648.6 km
  • Duration: 8h 46m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Cheb, Czech Republic?

You can take a train from Madrid to Cheb via Barcelona-Sants, Paris Gare De Lyon, Quai de la Rapée, Gare de l'Est, Paris l'Est, Stuttgart Hbf, and Nürnberg Hbf in around 20h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madrid to Cheb via Paris, Nuremberg central bus station, and Bayreuth central train station in around 32h 1m.

Airlines
Lufthansa
Website
lufthansa.com
Flights from Madrid to Prague via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
4h 46m
When
Every day
Estimated price
3 200 Kč - 11 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
5h 6m
When
Every day
Estimated price
3 600 Kč - 14 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Munich
Ave. Duration
2h 30m
When
Every day
Estimated price
2 700 Kč - 9 500 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Munich via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
4h 50m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
2 700 Kč - 9 500 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Leipzig via Munich
Ave. Duration
4h 50m
When
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price
3 800 Kč - 11 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Leipzig via Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
5h 43m
When
Every day
Estimated price
5 500 Kč - 16 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
2h 30m
When
Every day
Estimated price
2 300 Kč - 7 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt via Munich
Ave. Duration
4h 45m
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price
2 300 Kč - 7 000 Kč
Air France
Website
airfrance.com
Flights from Madrid to Prague via Paris Charles de Gaulle
Ave. Duration
4h 56m
When
Every day
Estimated price
4 100 Kč - 15 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Paris Charles de Gaulle
Ave. Duration
6h 30m
When
Every day
Estimated price
3 500 Kč - 18 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Munich via Paris Charles de Gaulle
Ave. Duration
4h 43m
When
Every day
Estimated price
4 000 Kč - 12 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt via Paris Charles de Gaulle
Ave. Duration
4h 45m
When
Every day
Estimated price
3 200 Kč - 7 500 Kč
Ryanair
Website
ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Prague
Ave. Duration
2h 50m
When
Wednesday
Estimated price
1 000 Kč - 6 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Prague via Milan Bergamo
Ave. Duration
5h 15m
When
Friday
Estimated price
1 000 Kč - 6 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Palma Mallorca
Ave. Duration
4h 52m
When
Monday and Saturday
Estimated price
1 000 Kč - 14 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Porto
Ave. Duration
5h 30m
When
Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price
1 000 Kč - 14 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Krakow
Ave. Duration
7h 10m
When
Wednesday
Estimated price
1 000 Kč - 14 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Ibiza
Ave. Duration
7h 35m
When
Monday
Estimated price
1 000 Kč - 14 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Sofia
Ave. Duration
9h 10m
When
Monday
Estimated price
1 000 Kč - 14 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Leipzig via London Stansted
Ave. Duration
5h 55m
When
Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday
Estimated price
850 Kč - 3 700 Kč
Iberia
Website
iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Prague
Ave. Duration
3h
When
Every day
Estimated price
1 900 Kč - 7 500 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Barcelona
Ave. Duration
4h 45m
When
Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price
3 400 Kč - 16 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Munich
Ave. Duration
2h 38m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1 800 Kč - 10 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
2h 48m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1 600 Kč - 4 900 Kč
Vueling Airlines
Website
vueling.com
Flights from Madrid to Prague
Ave. Duration
3h
When
Every day
Estimated price
1 900 Kč - 7 500 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Barcelona
Ave. Duration
4h 45m
When
Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price
3 400 Kč - 16 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Munich
Ave. Duration
2h 38m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1 800 Kč - 10 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
2h 48m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1 600 Kč - 4 900 Kč
KLM
Website
klm.com
Flights from Madrid to Nuremberg via Amsterdam Schiphol
Ave. Duration
5h 58m
When
Every day
Estimated price
3 500 Kč - 16 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt via Amsterdam Schiphol
Ave. Duration
4h 50m
When
Every day
Estimated price
2 900 Kč - 7 500 Kč
Brussels Airlines
Website
brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Madrid to Prague via Brussels
Ave. Duration
4h 55m
When
Every day
Estimated price
2 700 Kč - 11 000 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Munich via Brussels
Ave. Duration
4h 35m
When
Monday to Friday
Estimated price
3 000 Kč - 13 000 Kč
Air Europa
Website
aireuropa.com
Flights from Madrid to Munich
Ave. Duration
2h 35m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1 700 Kč - 7 500 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt
Ave. Duration
2h 40m
When
Every day
Estimated price
1 400 Kč - 4 900 Kč
TAP Portugal
Website
flytap.com
Flights from Madrid to Leipzig via Munich
Ave. Duration
5h
When
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price
1 600 Kč - 5 500 Kč
Flights from Madrid to Frankfurt via Lisbon
Ave. Duration
5h 15m
When
Every day
Estimated price
4 100 Kč - 12 000 Kč
Transavia France
Website
transavia.com
Flights from Madrid to Prague via Paris Orly
Ave. Duration
5h 15m
When
Sunday
Estimated price
1 800 Kč - 9 000 Kč
British Airways
Website
britishairways.com
Flights from Madrid to Munich via London Heathrow
Ave. Duration
5h
When
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price
4 700 Kč - 15 000 Kč
Condor Flugdienst
Website
condor.com
Flights from Madrid to Leipzig via Palma Mallorca
Ave. Duration
5h 5m
When
Every day
Estimated price
3 000 Kč - 14 000 Kč
Train operators
Deutsche Bahn Regional

Deutsche Bahn’s regional network is made up of IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional-Express), RB (Regionalbahn) and S-Bahn trains. Ticket prices are fixed and there’s no seat reservations – just turn up, buy a ticket and jump on the next train. All regional trains depart regularly and connect to local and long-distance services.

Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 2970
Website
bahn.com
Train from Nürnberg Hbf to Cheb
Ave. Duration
1h 45m
Frequency
5 times a day
Estimated price
550 Kč - 800 Kč
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Flughafen München to Regensburg Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 26m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
440 Kč - 650 Kč
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Regensburg Hbf to Marktredwitz
Ave. Duration
1h 28m
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
500 Kč - 750 Kč
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Werdau, Bahnhof
Ave. Duration
1h 20m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
370 Kč - 550 Kč
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Die Länderbahn
Phone
0 89 54 888 97 - 25
Email
info@laenderbahn.com
Website
laenderbahn.com
Train from Regensburg Hbf to Marktredwitz
Ave. Duration
1h 47m
Frequency
Hourly
Website
Die Länderbahn
Train from Werdau to Cheb
Ave. Duration
1h 58m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Website
Die Länderbahn
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).

Contact Details
Phone
+49 0180 6 99 66 33
Website
bahn.com
Train from Frankfurt to Nürnberg Hbf
Ave. Duration
2h 25m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
900 Kč - 1 300 Kč
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Paris l'Est to Stuttgart Hbf
Ave. Duration
3h 10m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
1 700 Kč - 2 300 Kč
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Nürnberg Hbf
Ave. Duration
2h 9m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
800 Kč - 1 100 Kč
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Strasbourg to Stuttgart Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 19m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
750 Kč - 1 000 Kč
Website
https://www.bahn.com/en
Ouigo
Phone
+34 910 780 990
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration
2h 55m
Frequency
5 times a day
Website
https://www.ouigo.com/es/en
Renfe Viajeros

Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.

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Contact Details
Phone
+34 91 232 03 20
Website
renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration
3h 16m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
1 100 Kč - 1 600 Kč
Website
https://www.renfe.com/es/en
TGV inOui

France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.

Contact Details
Phone
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website
en.oui.sncf
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Paris Gare De Lyon
Ave. Duration
6h 45m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
3 900 Kč - 6 500 Kč
Website
https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
2nd Class
3 900 Kč - 5 500 Kč
1st Class
4 800 Kč - 6 500 Kč
Train from Paris l'Est to Stuttgart Hbf
Ave. Duration
3h 9m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
2 200 Kč - 3 800 Kč
Website
https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
2nd Class
2 200 Kč - 3 000 Kč
1st Class
2 900 Kč - 3 800 Kč
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud
Ave. Duration
4h 29m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
2 100 Kč - 3 600 Kč
Website
https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
2nd Class
2 100 Kč - 2 800 Kč
1st Class
2 700 Kč - 3 600 Kč
Train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Strasbourg
Ave. Duration
4h 53m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
2 300 Kč - 3 800 Kč
Website
https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
2nd Class
2 300 Kč - 3 100 Kč
1st Class
2 900 Kč - 3 800 Kč
Train from Strasbourg to Stuttgart Hbf
Ave. Duration
1h 18m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
750 Kč - 1 600 Kč
Website
https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
2nd Class
750 Kč - 1 000 Kč
1st Class
1 100 Kč - 1 600 Kč
Go Ahead BW
Phone
+49 711 400 534 44
Website
go-ahead-bw.de
Train from Stuttgart Hbf to Nuernberg Hbf
Ave. Duration
2h 23m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
550 Kč - 1 200 Kč
Website
Go Ahead BW
2nd Class Ticket
550 Kč - 800 Kč
1st Class Ticket
950 Kč - 1 200 Kč
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.

Contact Details
Phone
+41 848 44 66 88
Website
sbb.ch
Train from Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud to Strasbourg
Ave. Duration
4h 53m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
4 300 Kč - 8 000 Kč
Website
https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
Bus operators
RegioJet
Phone
+420 222 222 221
Email
info@regiojet.cz
Website
regiojet.com
Bus from Prague Airport Terminal 1/2 to Cheb Central Bus Station
Ave. Duration
2h 30m
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
200 Kč - 280 Kč
Website
https://regiojet.com/
FlixBus

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).

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Contact Details
Phone
+49 30 300 137 300
Email
service@flixbus.com
Website
flixbus.de
Bus from Madrid to Paris
Ave. Duration
16h 20m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
2 200 Kč - 3 100 Kč
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Bus from Paris to Nuremberg central bus station
Ave. Duration
10h 15m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
1 300 Kč - 2 000 Kč
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Bus from Nuremberg central bus station to Bayreuth central train station
Ave. Duration
1h 6m
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
210 Kč - 300 Kč
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Bus from Bayreuth central train station to Cheb
Ave. Duration
1h 20m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
200 Kč - 280 Kč
Website
https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Book at
https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on FlixBus?
Yes - FlixBus offers free Wi-Fi
Are there power outlets on FlixBus?
Yes
Does FlixBus offer meals or snacks?
Yes - snacks and drinks may be purchased from the driver. Please note, this is not available on all services.
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The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Prague Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 50m.

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Madrid to Cheb bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheb station.

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Madrid to Cheb train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regional, arrive at Cheb station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Cheb is 2084 km. It takes approximately 19h 24m to drive from Madrid to Cheb.

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Iberia, Transavia France, Ryanair and three other airlines offer flights from Madrid Airport to Prague Airport.

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Book your Madrid to Cheb bus tickets online with FlixBus.

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There are 28+ hotels available in Cheb. Prices start at 2 000 Kč per night.

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The best way to get from Madrid to Madrid Airport is to train which takes 26 min and costs €2 - €3.

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