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

The average train ticket price from Hamburg to Basel is $111. The best way to find train tickets from Hamburg to Basel 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 Hamburg to Basel?

A train trip between Hamburg and Basel is around 16h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 15h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 427 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Hamburg and Basel?

The number of trains from Hamburg to Basel can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Hamburg to Basel by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

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

Once in Basel, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are BaselCard, Zoo Basel, Kunstmuseum Basel, Basel exhibition centre, Fondation Beyeler.

Trains from Hamburg to Basel | FlixTrain, FlixBus

Compare 3 ways to go from Hamburg to Basel.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $223	Average Duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$107 - $177	Average Duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$54 - $54	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Hamburg to Basel

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

8h 10mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest ticket

29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Hamburg to Basel: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$111

Average train trip duration16h 45m

Number of daily trains8

Earliest train departure10:50am

Distance421 miles (679 km)

Latest train departure5:38pm

Train Companies

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,531 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 CH:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

Hamburg to Basel Train

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

Stops in Hamburg

A - Harburg

B - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

C - Hamburg Airport

D - Hamburg Altona

Stops in Basel

A - Basel Central Station

B - Basel

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

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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 Hamburg and Basel is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Basel.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Basel, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Hamburg and Basel, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Hamburg to Basel.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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