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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Basel SBB | Harburg | Cheapest | |||||
 | Basel SBB | Hamburg Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
 | Basel Bad Station | Hamburg Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Basel SBB | Hamburg Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 418, 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. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at R 418
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Hamburg by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 418. The average price for this train route is around R 978. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Basel to Hamburg?
The average train journey time from Basel to Hamburg is 9h 51m, covering a distance of 687 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 39m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Basel to Hamburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Basel to Hamburg?
The earliest train from Basel to Hamburg departs at 08:43. And the latest train departs at 12:33.
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 28 Mar 2026 with a price of R 793To 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 R 793 to R 9 102 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 R 793, which is on 2026-03-28.
Usually ÖBB will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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 R 978 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 418. 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!
