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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Basel SBB | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Basel SBB | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Basel
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 9 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Basel?
Stops in Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- BBasel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - DAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hamburg to Basel 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 Hamburg to Basel?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Basel start from $44. The average price for this route is around $85. 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 Hamburg to Basel?
The average bus trip duration from Hamburg to Basel is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 425 miles (685 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Basel route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Basel?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Basel at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Basel?
A bus trip from Hamburg to Basel generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Basel?
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 11357 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Basel?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Hamburg to Basel?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Hamburg to Basel?
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 Hamburg to Basel was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Basel, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $58 to $142 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2026-01-10.
