Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Basel SBB | Hamburg Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Basel SBB | Hamburg Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | 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 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 PLN 166, 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
- B
Basel
Türkheimerstrasse 47, 4055 Iselin, , Switzerland - C
Media Markt Basel
Güterstrasse 119, 4053 Gundeldingen, Basel - D
Basel Badischer Bahnhof
Basel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland - E
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 28 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 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 PLN 166
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 PLN 166. The average price for this train route is around PLN 283. 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 37m 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 May 19, 2026 with a price of PLN 78To 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 PLN 78 to PLN 1,024 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 PLN 187 which is on 2026-05-20.
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.
