Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Basel Bad Station | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Basel Bad Station | Hamburg Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Harburg | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Basel Bad Station | HAM Airport | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Hamburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 9 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Hamburg?
Basel
- ABasel SBB railway station, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
- BMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - D
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - E
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - F
Basel St. Johann
Basel St. Johann, 4056 Basel, Switzerland
Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - BHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at $24
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Basel to Hamburg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Basel to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Hamburg start from $24. The average price for this train route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Hamburg?
The average train ride duration from Basel to Hamburg is 9h 51m, covering a distance of 426 miles (687 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 39m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators service the Basel to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Basel to Hamburg?
The earliest train departs from Basel to Hamburg at 8:43am. And the latest train departs at 12:33pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Hamburg was searched and found on Mar 20, 2026 with a price of $66To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Basel to Hamburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $66 to $110 for a train ticket from Basel to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2026-03-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Hamburg?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Basel and Hamburg is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $68 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $24. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Hamburg, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Hamburg in about 7h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!
