The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Basel
Cheapest price
€107
Average price
€216
Fastest journey
6 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
691 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Basel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Basel will cost around €216 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €107.
Of the 10 trains that leave Hamburg for Basel on Wed, Jan 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct trains cover the 691 km distance in an average of 6 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 52 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 71
ECE 5
ICE 575 · ICE 105
ICE 105
ICE 71
ICE 71
ECE 5
ICE 71
EC 5
ICE 575 · ICE 105Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Hamburg to Basel
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Basel among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €58.
Distance: 691 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€132 Average price | €177 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest |
9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Basel train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Basel trains for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:01 PM Hamburg | 10h19 | 4:20 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:08 PM Hamburg | 10h02 | 6:10 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:46 PM Hamburg | 10h02 | 6:48 AM Basel | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 21 | |||||
ICE 71 | On time 5:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h52 | 12:21 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 71 | On time 5:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h52 | 12:21 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 105 | On time 5:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h03 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 105 | On time 5:45 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h03 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 575 · ICE 105 | On time 6:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h19 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ICE 575 · ICE 105 | On time 6:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h19 | 1:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
ECE 5 | On time 7:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h52 | 2:21 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 5 | 7:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 6h52 | 2:21 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 107 | 7:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 8h06 | 3:48 PM Basel SBB | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 577 · ICE 107 | 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 7h19 | 3:48 PM Basel SBB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Basel
Trains from Hamburg to Basel run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €36 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 691 km distance in 6h 31m.
Distance 691 km |
Average train duration 8h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Hamburg to Basel trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Hamburg and Basel from €36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | InterCity
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Basel
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Basel by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Basel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Hamburg, you have various train station options to start your route from including Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg Harburg, Hamburg Altona and Hamburg Dammtor. When arriving in Basel, you can end your journey in train stations like Basel SBB and Basel Bad Bhf.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Hamburg Hbf, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Basel SBB, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Basel
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- McDonald's
- St. Pauli
- Scoom
- McCafé
- Leonardo Inn Airport
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
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