The cheapest and fastest trains from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
To travel from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf you need to make at least one change.
3435 · 4786 · ICE 682+
844988:007h36Hof Hbf15:36Hamburg Hbf£541One-way3 changes
74011 · 74173 · ICE 6008:287h43Hof Hbf16:11Hamburg Hbf£601One-way2 changes
3006 · ICE 5089:368h35Hof Hbf18:11Hamburg Hbf£721One-way1 change
3006 · 4616 · ICE 8809:367h00Hof Hbf16:36Hamburg Hbf£751One-way2 changes
3006 · 4616 · ICE 8809:367h00Hof Hbf16:36Hamburg Hbf£751One-way2 changes
3435 · 4786 · ICE 682+
844988:007h36Hof Hbf15:36Hamburg Hbf£541One-way3 changes
74011 · 74173 · ICE 6008:287h43Hof Hbf16:11Hamburg Hbf£601One-way2 changes
3006 · ICE 5089:368h35Hof Hbf18:11Hamburg Hbf£721One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £165.
Distance: 384 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£78 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £274 Average Price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 12 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:40 Hof Hbf | 7h17 | 15:57 Hamburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
Trains from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 08:40. The fastest train covers the 384 km distance in 6h 37m.
Distance 384 km |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 7:34 |
Last train 8:40 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hof Hbf and Hamburg Hbf from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hof Hbf to Hamburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hof Hbf and Hamburg Hbf
- Monday: 06:45 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 07:50 13:00 - 12:00 18:00
- Wednesday: 07:50 13:00 - 12:00 18:00
- Thursday: 07:50 13:00 - 12:00 18:00
- Friday: 06:45 - 18:00
- Goa
- Kebab Pizza Haus am Klinikum
- Gasthof Anspann
- La Sirenella
- Posthorn
- Nevena
- Burghof
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
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