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Museum Bayerisches Vogtland
Main local history museum with art, archaeology, and city collections. Best place to understand Hof's development and culture.
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
5 h 51 m
Average duration
5 h 57 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
385 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Hof is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Hof will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Hof without transferring at least once.
ICE 785 · 4609 · 3007
ICE 507 · 81017
ICE 2589 · S5X · 74018
ICE 509 · 81019
ICE 601 · 81021
ICE 507 · 81017
ICE 509 · 81019
ICE 601 · 81021
ICE 2591 · S5X · 74022
ICE 785 · 4609 · 3007Trains from Hamburg to Hof run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€74) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 239 miles (385 km) distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 239 miles (385 km) |
Average train duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€74) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Hof trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 785 · 4609 · 3007 | On time 8:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 6h08 | 2:21 PM Hof Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 507 · 81017 | On time 8:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h51 | 2:25 PM Hof Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2589 · S5X · 74018 | On time 9:13 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h18 | 3:31 PM Hof Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 · 4613 · 3009 | On time 10:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 6h08 | 4:21 PM Hof Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 509 · 81019 | On time 10:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 5h51 | 4:25 PM Hof Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 2591 · S5X · 74022 | On time 11:27 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h04 | 5:31 PM Hof Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Discover the best of Hof — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hof trip today.
Main local history museum with art, archaeology, and city collections. Best place to understand Hof's development and culture.
Small museum dedicated to writer Jean Paul, presenting manuscripts, context, and his close connection to Hof.
Nearby major museum focused on aerospace and engineering, popular with families and technology fans visiting the Hof region.
Hof's central market square lined with historic buildings, shops, and events. The best place to start exploring the old town.
Historic old-town quarter with lanes, churches, and civic buildings that reveal Hof's layered architectural history.
Green riverside park area ideal for walks, relaxed breaks, and a different view of the city close to the Saale.
A hearty Franconian potato stew with vegetables and often beef or pork. It is a regional comfort dish long associated with Upper Franconian home cooking.
Traditional Franconian sausages, often mildly seasoned and served grilled or poached with sauerkraut and bread. A classic everyday staple in the region.
A robust sour beef roast marinated in vinegar and spices, then braised. It is popular across Franconia for Sunday meals and festive family gatherings.
Established traditional inn serving Franconian and Bavarian classics in a rustic setting. Known for hearty mains, seasonal dishes, and local hospitality.
Well-known local brewery restaurant with classic regional food and house beer. A dependable choice for sausages, roasts, and a casual traditional atmosphere.
Historic beer garden and restaurant near the Untreusee, popular for relaxed meals, beer, and Franconian favorites in a scenic casual setting.
Moderate for Germany. Hof is usually cheaper than major cities for hotels and dining, while local transit and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving about 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares, and small change is fine for cafés.
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Hof Hbf -> Altstadt, Hof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Hof by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hamburg to Hof trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Hof Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hof-Neuhof. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Hof train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Hof Hbf is 1 km from Hof city centre. Public transport options include:
Hof Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Goa, Kebab Pizza Haus am Klinikum, Gasthof Anspann, La Sirenella
Wi-Fi is available at Hof Hbf. ATMs are available at Hof Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hof Hbf. Information desks are available at Hof Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Hof Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hof Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hof Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hof Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Posthorn, Nevena, Burghof.
Hof-Neuhof is 1 km from Hof city centre. Public transport options include:
Hof-Neuhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Subway, Nordsee, Bulut, Mama Mia
Wi-Fi is available at Hof-Neuhof. ATMs are available at Hof-Neuhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hof-Neuhof. Information desks are available at Hof-Neuhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hof-Neuhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hof-Neuhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hof-Neuhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hof-Neuhof.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Central, Sächsischer Hof, Hotel Qualitiy Inn / Hof.
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