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Compare bus and train for Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $86. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $86, and a train costs an average of $136.
Distance: 428 miles (689 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$153 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest |
8h 13m Average total duration Fastest 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 50m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB by bus or train
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Why should you book Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of Österreichische Bundesbahnen or Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to find the best option for your trip from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB
Trains from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $136 (€110) but you can travel from only $86 (€70) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 428 miles (689 km) distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 428 miles (689 km) |
Average train duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $136 (€110) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 04:41 |
Last train 22:11 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße and Basel SBB from $86 (€70). 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.
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB 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 SBB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB
- 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


