What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Hof Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Hof Hbf is to drive which costs €65 - €100 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Hof Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Hof Hbf is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Hof Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Hof Hbf. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Hof Hbf via Würzburg Hbf and Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Cologne to Hof Hbf?

The distance between Cologne and Hof Hbf is 526 km. The road distance is 470.4 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Hof Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Hof Hbf without a car is to train which takes 6h 7m and costs €75 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Hof Hbf?

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Cologne to Hof Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Hof Hbf train from?

Cologne to Hof Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

What is the time difference between Cologne and Hof Hbf?

Hof Hbf is 3h ahead of Cologne. It is currently 9:58 AM in Cologne and 12:58 PM in Hof Hbf.

Where does the Cologne to Hof Hbf train arrive?

Cologne to Hof Hbf train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Würzburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Hof Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Hof Hbf is 470 km. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Cologne to Hof Hbf.

Where can I stay near Hof Hbf?

There are 423+ hotels available in Hof Hbf.

Cologne to Hof Hbf - 7 ways to travel via train, night train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cologne to Hof Hbf by train, night train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Würzburg Hbf41
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Bamberg
3. Take the train from Bamberg to Hof Hbf
6h 7m
€77–172
Drive 470.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cologne to Hof Hbf470.4 km
4h 31m
€68–98
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Erfurt HbfNj
2. Take the train from Erfurt Hbf to Gera SüdRe3 / ...
3. Take the train from Gera Sued to Hof HbfRe
11h 57m
Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafen
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Dresden Airport (DRS)DUS - DRS
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Hof Hbf
6h 57m
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Nuremberg Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Nuremberg Airport (NUE)FRA - NUE
3. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Hof Hbf
6h 4m
€134–296
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Munich International Airport (MUC)CGN - MUC
2. Take the train from Flughafen München to Ergoldsbach
3. Take the train from Ergoldsbach to Hof Hbf
7h 2m
€117–294
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)FRA - LEJ
3. Take the train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Zwickau, Hauptbahnhof
4. Take the train from Zwickau(Sachs)Hbf to Hof Hbf
6h 25m
€141–308

Cologne to Hof Hbf by train

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6h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 526.4 km
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Hof Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Hof Hbf via Würzburg Hbf and Bamberg in around 6h 7m.

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