How much does a train ticket from Basel to Hamburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Basel to Hamburg is $60. The best way to find train tickets from Basel to Hamburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Basel to Hamburg?

A train trip between Basel and Hamburg is around 13h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 427 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Basel and Hamburg?

The number of trains from Basel to Hamburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Basel to Hamburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Hamburg?

Trains traveling between Basel and Hamburg leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Hamburg Airport, Harburg, Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB).

What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Once in Hamburg, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Hamburg’s Sightseeing Tours, Holy Hamburg, The Old Elbe Tunnel, Fish Market, Lake Alster.

Trains from Basel to Hamburg | FlixTrain, FlixBus

Compare 3 ways to go from Basel to Hamburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $207	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$40 - $169	Average Duration13h 1m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$50 - $50	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Basel to Hamburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 20mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest ticket

29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Basel to Hamburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$60

Average train trip duration13h 1m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure7:09am

Distance431 miles (695 km)

Latest train departure9:27am

Train Companies

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,526 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in DE:Trenitalia, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Deutsche Bahn ICE, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail

Basel to Hamburg Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Hamburg?

Stops in Basel

A - Basel

B - Basel Central Station

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Airport

B - Harburg

C - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

D - Hamburg Altona

Frequently asked questions for your trip Basel - Hamburg

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/05

$49

05/06

$44

Today

$41

05/08

$46

05/09

$79

05/10

$52

05/11

$83

05/12

$31

The cheapest trip from Basel to Hamburg was searched and found on May 12, 2025 with a price of $31

To 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 $31 to $83 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 $31 which is on 2025-05-12.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Basel and Hamburg is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Hamburg.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Hamburg you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Basel and Hamburg compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Basel to Hamburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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