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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Hamburg (State) takes 7h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Basel to Hamburg (State). The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 28m
Duration
843 km
Distance
€210
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Basel to Hamburg (State) train times

Trains run hourly between Basel and Hamburg (State). The earliest departure is at 4:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Basel is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Hamburg (State) at 7:53 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 9h 37m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 6h 43m • Direct
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    train train 7h 59m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 6h 43m • Direct
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    train train 7h 59m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 6h 43m • Direct
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    train train 7h 59m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 6h 43m • Direct
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    train train 7h 59m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 6h 43m • Direct
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    train train 7h 59m • Direct
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    train train 6h 43m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 6h 43m • Direct
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    train train 7h 59m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Basel to Hamburg (State)? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 843.4 km
  • Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Hamburg (State), Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Basel SBB to Hamburg Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €130–250 and the journey takes 6h 43m. Österreichische Bundesbahnen also services this route twice daily.

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