Bus from Hamburg to Basel: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Hamburg to Basel on April 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hamburg Hbf
Basel SBBCheapest
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Basel SBBFastest
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Basel SBBNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Hamburg Hbf
Basel SBBNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Harburg
Basel SBBNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:40 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Hamburg to Basel

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Basel. The journey takes about 9 hours 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 33mAverage Duration
687 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$62 - $273Average Duration19h 50m
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$59 - $168Average Duration9h 33m
16kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Basel by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Basel?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Basel start from $62. The average price for this route is around $114. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Hamburg to Basel?

    The average bus travel time from Hamburg to Basel is 19h 50m, covering a distance of 693 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Basel route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Hamburg to Basel?

    The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Basel at 5:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Basel?

    A bus trip from Hamburg to Basel generates an estimated 17.324574999999996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Basel?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11525 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Basel?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Hamburg to Basel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Basel?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03-30
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03-31
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Today
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04-02
$187
04-03
$88
04-04
$177
04-05
$172
04-06
$287
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hamburg to Basel was searched and found on Apr 3, 2026 with a price of $88

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Basel, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $88 to $385 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Basel based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2026-04-03.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.

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