The cheapest and fastest trains from Hof Hbf to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
£138
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
8 h 47 m
Average duration
8 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hof Hbf to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £138.
To travel from Hof Hbf to Zurich HB you need to make at least 4 changes.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Hof Hbf to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hof Hbf to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £129.
Distance: 409 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£144 Average Price | £244 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hof Hbf to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Hof Hbf to Zurich HB trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:23 Hof Hbf | 9h04 | 14:27 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
![]() | 07:39 Hof Hbf | 8h48 | 16:27 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
![]() | 08:36 Hof Hbf | 9h51 | 18:27 Zurich HB | 4 changes | |
![]() | 09:40 Hof Hbf | 8h47 | 18:27 Zurich HB | 5 changes | |
![]() | 11:40 Hof Hbf | 8h47 | 20:27 Zurich HB | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hof Hbf to Zurich HB
Trains from Hof Hbf to Zurich HB run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £138 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 409 km distance in 8h 47m.
Distance 409 km |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £138 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 8h 47m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 22:37 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hof Hbf to Zurich HB trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hof Hbf and Zurich HB from £29. 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 Zurich HB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hof Hbf to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hof Hbf and Zurich HB
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
