Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Basel Bad Station | Hamburg-Bergedorf | ||||
| Train | Basel Bad Station | Hamburg-Bergedorf | ||||
| Train | Basel Bad Station | Hamburg-Bergedorf | ||||
| Train | Basel Bad Station | Hamburg Hbf | ||||
| Train | Basel Bad Station | Hamburg Hbf |
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 37 minutes and with fares starting at just €21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Hamburg?
Basel
- A
Basel
Basel 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 - B
Harburg
Hörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany - D
Hamburg Altona
Bahnhof Altona, Scheel-Plessen-Straße 17, 22765 Hamburg, Germany
Train Companies
Based on 33 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixTrain ticket prices on this trip start at €21
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 vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Basel to Hamburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Basel to Hamburg start from €21. The average price for this train route is around €83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 37m, covering a distance of 687 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 27m 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 08:44. And the latest train departs at 12:30.
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 4 Aug 2026 with a price of €50To 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 €50 to €135 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 €50, which is on 2026-08-04.
