Basel to Hamburg by bus + train
This route from Basel to Hamburg is not by bus the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 10h 44m in total, run by Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is train, at 7h 13m. The bus is still the cheapest.
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The journey, step by step
- 1trainBasel → Karlsruhe
Deutsche Bahn - 2busKarlsruhe → Hamburg central
FlixBus
bus or train?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €84 | 10h 44m | 1 transfer |
| train | €164 | 7h 13m | 1 transfer |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Basel to Hamburg by bus: common questions
How long does Basel to Hamburg take by bus?
The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + train together take about 10h 44m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Basel to Hamburg?
The best price in our latest check was €84. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Basel to Hamburg?
Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the train better?
The train is faster at 7h 13m. The bus wins on price.
What Omio sells on this route
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Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 4
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