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Hamburger Kunsthalle
Internationally respected art museum with major works from medieval altarpieces to modern masters. Essential for art lovers in Hamburg.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$131
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$155
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
385 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hof to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hof to Hamburg will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Hof to Hamburg, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 385 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 37 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hof to Hamburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, while a flight costs an average of $520.
Distance: 239 miles (385 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $520 Average price | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration 7h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Hof to Hamburg:
A bus is $93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hof to Hamburg costing on average $152.
A bus is $461 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hof to Hamburg costing on average $520.
Other travel options to Hamburg take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 3m.
Bus takes on average 7h 23m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (6h 3m by train vs 6h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $152 compared to roughly $90 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hof to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:34 AM Hof | 6h37 | 2:11 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:34 AM Hof | 6h37 | 3:11 PM Hamburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Hof to Hamburg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 239 miles (385 km) distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 239 miles (385 km) |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Hamburg Hbf -> Hamburg City Center (Rathausmarkt)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hof to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hof to Hamburg trains use the Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Hof and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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