What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Hof?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Hof is to bus which costs €35 - €90 and takes 9h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Hof?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Hof is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Hof?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Hof station. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Hof central train station via Leipzig central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Hof?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Hof. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Hof Hbf via Würzburg Hbf and Bamberg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Essen to Hof?

The distance between Essen and Hof is 608 km. The road distance is 461.4 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Hof without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Hof without a car is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs €110 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Hof?

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Essen to Hof, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hof bus from?

Essen to Hof bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Hof train from?

Essen to Hof train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Hof?

The best way to get from Essen to Hof is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs €110 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €90 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Essen to Hof bus arrive?

Essen to Hof bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leipzig central train station.

Where does the Essen to Hof train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Hof?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Hof is 461 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Essen to Hof.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Hof?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Hof?

Book your Essen to Hof bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Hof?

There are 430+ hotels available in Hof.

Essen to Hof - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essen to Hof by train, bus, or car

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 Essen Hbf to Würzburg Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from Würzburg Hbf to Bamberg
3. Take the train from Bamberg to Hof Hbf
6h 58m
€110–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Leipzig central train station023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leipzig central train station to Hof central train station141
9h 50m
€39–90
Drive 461.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Hof461.4 km
4h 34m
€65–94
Train via Heilbad Heiligenstadt
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to KamenRe
2. Take the train from Kamen to Kassel-WilhelmshoeheRe
3. Take the train from Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe to Heilbad HeiligenstadtRe
4. Take the train from Heilbad Heiligenstadt to Gera HbfRe1
5. Take the train from Gera Hbf to Hof HbfRb
10h 25m

Essen to Hof by train

56Weekly Trains

6h 58mAverage Duration

€110Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 607.8 km
Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Hof, Bavaria, Germany?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Hof Hbf via Würzburg Hbf and Bamberg in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Essen central train station to Hof central train station via Leipzig central train station in around 9h 50m.

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