The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
6 h 31 m
Average duration
6 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
689 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 trains that leave Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße for Basel SBB every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 689 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 40 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight 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 coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 689 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£75 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £208 Average Price |
7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 26m Average total duration 10h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:38 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 8h55 | 13:33 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:18 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 6h52 | 13:10 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:46 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 8h02 | 14:48 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:24 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 6h31 | 14:55 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:45 Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße | 8h03 | 16:48 Basel SBB | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB
Distance 689 km |
Average train duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6h 31m |
First train 05:17 |
Last train 06:24 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB trainsDeutsche Bahn, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße and Basel SBB from £35. 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
FAQs: Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße to Basel SBB train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hamburg, Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße and 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


