Bus from Basel to Hamburg: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Basel to Hamburg on February 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags
FlixBusBus
Basel Central Station
HAM AirportNo tags
FlixBusBus
Basel Central Station
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags
FlixBusBus
Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags
FlixBusBus
Mulhouse Freiburg Airport
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Hamburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 50mAverage Duration
687 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$59 - $238Average Duration21h
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$34 - $130Average Duration11h 50m
16kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$112 - $112Average Duration7h 50m
29kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Hamburg by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Hamburg?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Hamburg start from $59. The average price for this route is around $111. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Basel to Hamburg?

    The average bus travel time from Basel to Hamburg is 21h, covering a distance of 693 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Basel to Hamburg route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Basel to Hamburg?

    The earliest bus departs from Basel to Hamburg at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Hamburg?

    A bus trip from Basel to Hamburg generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Basel to Hamburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11405 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Hamburg?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Basel to Hamburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Hamburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
02-06
$95
02-07
$61
Today
$63
02-09
$56
02-10
$79
02-11
$58
02-12
$54
02-13
$65
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Basel to Hamburg was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $54

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Hamburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $221 for a bus ticket from Basel to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2026-02-12.

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