The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Hamelin
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
7 h 3 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Hamelin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Hamelin will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 1 trains that leave Basel for Hamelin every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 521 km distance in an average of 7 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 3 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.


Live departures
Basel to Hamelin train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:06 Basel | 7h10 | 11:16 Hamelin | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Hamelin
Distance 521 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £90 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 50m |
First train 08:20 |
Last train 16:50 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Hamelin trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Hamelin from £90. 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: Basel to Hamelin train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Hamelin
- 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
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:30 - 13:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 15:00
- Akropolis - Deutsches Haus
- Dynastie China Restaurant
- Amadeus
- Ercan
- Hotel An der Altstadt
- Hotel garni Birkenhof
- Hotel Forum Garni
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