- Must visit
Germanisches Nationalmuseum Nürnberg
Leading art museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to modern times.
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hof to Nuremberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hof to Nuremberg will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
It's difficult to get from Hof to Nuremberg without transferring at least once.
3006 · ICE 505
3008 · ICE 507
3008 · ICE 507
3006 · ICE 505Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hof to Nuremberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Hof to Nuremberg:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hof to Nuremberg costing on average €42.
Other travel options to Nuremberg take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 24m.
Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-23.34. The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Hof to Nuremberg trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3006 · ICE 505 | On time 9:36 AM Hof Hbf | 2h16 | 11:52 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3008 · ICE 507 | On time 11:36 AM Hof Hbf | 2h16 | 1:52 PM Nuremberg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Hof to Nuremberg run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Nuremberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nuremberg trip today.
Leading art museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to modern times.
Museum in Albrecht Dürer’s former home, presenting the artist’s life, workshops, and Renaissance Nuremberg context.
Important museum at the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds, documenting the rise of National Socialism and its legacy.
Nuremberg’s central market square, framed by landmark churches and historic facades, and home to the famous Christkindlesmarkt.
Charming old town quarter below the castle with half-timbered houses, quiet lanes, and a distinctly local medieval atmosphere.
Historic pedestrian street lined with shops and churches, connecting the station area to the heart of the old town.
Small grilled pork sausages seasoned with marjoram, traditionally served three in a bun or with sauerkraut. They are Nuremberg’s most famous protected specialty.
Crisp gingerbread from Nuremberg, often made with nuts, spices, and little or no flour. It is a historic Christmas specialty with protected regional status.
Blue cooked sausages gently poached in a vinegar and onion broth. A Franconian classic valued for its tangy flavor and old-fashioned tavern tradition.
Michelin-starred fine dining with modern Franconian and seasonal tasting menus in an elegant setting within the historic city center.
Traditional Franconian restaurant known for sausages, Schäufele, and local beer. Expect wood-paneled rooms and a lively old-town atmosphere.
Historic bratwurst kitchen near the main market, famous for traditional Nuremberg sausages grilled over beechwood in a classic rustic setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Cheaper than Munich, but pricier than smaller Bavarian towns.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Nuremberg Hbf -> Nuremberg Hauptmarkt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hof to Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hof to Nuremberg trains use the Hof Hbf to Nürnberg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz. Use this guide to compare Hof and Nuremberg 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.
Nürnberg Hbf is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg 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: Burger King, Cantina Estacion Mediterrano, Coffee Fellows, Dallmayr Cafebar, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Subway, Sportsbar, Istanbul Döner, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Nürnberg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Hbf: Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include IntercityHotel Nuremberg, Park Plaza Nuremberg, Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville.
Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz is 1 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg, Nelson-Mandela-Platz.
Nürnberg Flughafen is 5 km from Nuremberg city centre. Public transport options include:
Nürnberg Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminal90, Mövenpick Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Nürnberg Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nürnberg Flughafen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport, Hotel Alpha, Hotel Marienbad.
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