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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 51 m
Trains on 18 Sept
8
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hof to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hof to Vienna will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Hof to Vienna you need to make at least 2 changes.
4861 · 27121 · EC 1217
4859 · BUS 91101 · REX 1781 · RJX 65
4861 · RJX 69
3026 · ICE 783 · ICE 1215
4859 · RJX 67
4859 · BUS 91101 · REX 1781 · RJX 65
4882 · ICE 583 · RJX 67
4861 · 27121 · EC 1217
3026 · ICE 783 · ICE 1215
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ICE 783 · ICE 1215Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hof to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £239.
Distance: 399 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£82 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £239 Average Price | £81 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg 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 Vienna:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hof to Vienna costing on average £82.
A coach is £193 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hof to Vienna costing on average £239.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 13m.
Coach takes on average 9h 38m.
Tickets start at around £82 compared to roughly £81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.94. The journey takes 6h 13m versus 6h 10m 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 Vienna trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:35 Hof | 6h57 | 13:32 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:34 Hof | 7h29 | 16:03 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:40 Hof | 7h23 | 17:03 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Hof to Vienna run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 399 km distance in 7h 12m.
Distance 399 km |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 7h 12m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Leading Austrian art museum with Klimt’s works, including The Kiss, inside the Baroque Upper Belvedere.
Contemporary art museum in the MuseumsQuartier, noted for post-war Austrian and international works.
Elegant central boulevard lined with museums, parks and monumental architecture; ideal for walking or tram views.
Large cultural quarter combining museums, courtyards, design shops and seasonal outdoor seating in former imperial stables.
Historic square by Stephansdom with shops, street life and easy access to Vienna’s old centre lanes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until golden, traditionally served with potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of local cookery.
Boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, apple sauce and roast potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese home and restaurant cooking.
Slow-cooked beef goulash with onions and paprika, often served with bread or dumplings. A long-standing favourite in Vienna’s taverns and beer halls.
Historic coffee house known for classic Viennese cakes, pastries and coffee in an elegant traditional setting.
Classic beer hall and restaurant serving goulash, schnitzel and Austrian beer in a lively, wood-panelled historic interior.
Traditional bakery and café famous for apple strudel and pastries, ideal for a casual stop in central Vienna.
Moderate for a Western European capital: hotels and dining are mid-to-high, but public transport is good value and many cafés and casual eateries are reasonably priced.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up in cafés and taxis for good service.
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Vienna Hbf -> Stephansplatz, Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hof to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hof to Vienna trains use the Hof Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Hof and Vienna 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.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien 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: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Zum Roten Bären, Gasthaus Wickerl
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Austria Classic Hotel Wien, Hotel Bellevue Wien, Hotel Boltzmann.
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