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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Basel SBB | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Cheapest | ||||
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| Basel SBB | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Fastest | ||||
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| EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
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| EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Basel SBB | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
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| EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | No tags | ||||
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| Basel SBB | 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 37 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Basel and Hamburg
Stops in Basel
- A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland - B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
Stops in Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - C
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany - D
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Bahnsteig Gleis 7 + 8, 20099 Hamburg, Germany - E
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Jungfernstieg
Jungfernstieg 15, 20354 Hamburg, Germany
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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.
How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Hamburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Hamburg start from $44. The average price for this route is around $106. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Basel to Hamburg?
The average bus travel time from Basel to Hamburg is 17h 20m, covering a distance of 692 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Hamburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Basel to Hamburg?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Hamburg at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Hamburg?
A bus trip from Basel to Hamburg generates an estimated 17.27535 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 12926 reviews.
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.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Hamburg was searched and found on Oct 20, 2026 with a price of $54To 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 $315 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 2026-10-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Hamburg?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
