Coach Basel to Hamburg from £36

Which bus from Basel to Hamburg is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Basel to Hamburg. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£47

tomorrow

£43

Saturday

£42

Sunday

£42

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

£39

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	20h 10m	22:05	Basel	Central Station	18:15	Hamburg	Central Bus Station	Economy	£47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 04/12/2025 22:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 05/12/2025 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 10m
FlixBus	17h 10m	01:05	Basel	Central Station	18:15	Hamburg	Central Bus Station	Economy	£50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 04/12/2025 01:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 04/12/2025 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m
FlixBus	17h 40m	13:55	Basel	Central Station	07:35	Hamburg	Central Bus Station	Economy	£50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 04/12/2025 13:55:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 05/12/2025 07:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 40m
FlixBus	22h 50m	08:10	Basel	Central Station	07:00	Hamburg	Central Bus Station	Economy	£75	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 04/12/2025 08:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 05/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £75 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	12h 25m	18:35	Basel	Central Station	07:00	Hamburg	Central Bus Station		Economy	£43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 05/12/2025 18:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
	FlixBus	17h 10m	01:05	Basel	Central Station	18:15	Hamburg	Central Bus Station		Economy	£59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 05/12/2025 01:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 05/12/2025 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £59 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Basel to Hamburg via Europa-Park Rust, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  13h 20m
  
  0
  
  17:40
  
  Basel
  Central Station
  
  19:20
  
  Europa-Park Rust
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £10
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 17:40:00 to Bus Stop, Europa-Park Rust (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  11h 35m
  
  0
  
  19:25
  
  Europa-Park Rust
  Bus Stop
  
  07:00
  
  Hamburg
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Europa-Park Rust (Germany) at 06/12/2025 19:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	12h 25m	18:35	Basel	Central Station	07:00	Hamburg	Central Bus Station		Economy	£42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 18:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
	FlixBus	17h 10m	01:05	Basel	Central Station	18:15	Hamburg	Central Bus Station		Economy	£49	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 01:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Basel to Hamburg via Europa-Park Rust, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  13h 20m
  
  0
  
  17:40
  
  Basel
  Central Station
  
  19:20
  
  Europa-Park Rust
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £10
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 17:40:00 to Bus Stop, Europa-Park Rust (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  11h 35m
  
  0
  
  19:25
  
  Europa-Park Rust
  Bus Stop
  
  07:00
  
  Hamburg
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Europa-Park Rust (Germany) at 06/12/2025 19:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	12h 25m	18:35	Basel	Central Station	07:00	Hamburg	Central Bus Station		Economy	£42	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 18:35:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 08/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
	FlixBus	17h 10m	01:05	Basel	Central Station	18:15	Hamburg	Central Bus Station		Economy	£53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 07/12/2025 01:05:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Basel to Hamburg via Europa-Park Rust, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  13h 20m
  
  0
  
  17:40
  
  Basel
  Central Station
  
  19:20
  
  Europa-Park Rust
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £10
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 06/12/2025 17:40:00 to Bus Stop, Europa-Park Rust (Germany) arriving at 06/12/2025 19:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
- FlixBus
  
  11h 35m
  
  0
  
  19:25
  
  Europa-Park Rust
  Bus Stop
  
  07:00
  
  Hamburg
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Europa-Park Rust (Germany) at 06/12/2025 19:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 07/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	17h 40m	13:55	Basel	Central Station	07:35	Hamburg	Central Bus Station	Economy	£39	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 10/12/2025 13:55:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 07:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £39 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 40m
FlixBus	22h 50m	08:10	Basel	Central Station	07:00	Hamburg	Central Bus Station	Economy	£54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 10/12/2025 08:10:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m
FlixBus	22h 10m	22:50	Basel	Central Station	21:00	Hamburg	Central Bus Station	Economy	£54	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 10/12/2025 22:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 11/12/2025 21:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Basel to Hamburg via Europa-Park Rust, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  22h 50m
  
  0
  
  08:10
  
  Basel
  Central Station
  
  10:05
  
  Europa-Park Rust
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £8
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Basel (Switzerland) at 08/12/2025 08:10:00 to Bus Stop, Europa-Park Rust (Germany) arriving at 08/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
- FlixBus
  
  11h 35m
  
  0
  
  19:25
  
  Europa-Park Rust
  Bus Stop
  
  07:00
  
  Hamburg
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Europa-Park Rust (Germany) at 08/12/2025 19:25:00 to Central Bus Station, Hamburg (Germany) arriving at 09/12/2025 07:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Travel time is 5h 10m longer, but you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Basel to Hamburg is £36 on 17/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Basel and Hamburg?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Basel to Hamburg. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Basel to Hamburg. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Basel and Hamburg.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 5 coaches from Basel to Hamburg, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Basel and Hamburg, with 2 offers.

All facts for Basel to Hamburg bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus that travel daily 2 times by bus from Basel to Hamburg in one click. Book your Basel to Hamburg bus ticket starting from £36!

Cheapest Bus	£36
Fastest Bus	12h 25m
Earliest Coach	01:05
Latest Coach	22:50
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	686.4 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Basel to Hamburg?

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Basel for Hamburg. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

£47

Friday 05/12

£43

Saturday 06/12

£42

Sunday 07/12

£42

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

£39

Thursday 11/12

£42

Friday 12/12

£39

Saturday 13/12

£38

Sunday 14/12

£40

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

£36

Thursday 18/12

£45

Friday 19/12

£46

Saturday 20/12

£49

Sunday 21/12

£50

Monday 22/12

£49

Tuesday 23/12

£49

Wednesday 24/12

£45

Thursday 25/12

£45

Friday 26/12

£48

Saturday 27/12

£48

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Basel to Hamburg

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Basel to Hamburg, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £36, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Basel to Hamburg. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £42.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Basel to Hamburg, with £36. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £54.

How to save money travelling from Basel to Hamburg

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Basel to Hamburg in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Basel to Hamburg, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Basel to Hamburg are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Basel and Hamburg

Here is a map with all coach stations in Basel and Hamburg. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Heiliggeistkirche Bus Station

Musical Theater

Feldbergstrasse 151

Neuweilerstrasse Bus Station

Drei Linden

Marktplatz

Central Bus Station

Adenauerallee 78

Reeperbahn Bus Stop

Harburg Bus Stop

Wendemuthstraße Bus Stop

Flughafenstraße Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Basel to Hamburg? Compare all modes of transports from Basel to Hamburg.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Basel to Hamburg

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Basel to Hamburg. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Basel to Hamburg bus

How much does a Basel Hamburg coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Basel Hamburg bus trip is available from £36 and takes 17h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Basel to Hamburg?

This connection is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £36 to £75. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Hamburg.

How many connections are available for the Basel Hamburg route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Basel to Hamburg is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Hamburg from Basel take?

The quickest coach from Basel to Hamburg is provided by FlixBus and takes 12h 25m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £43. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Basel to Hamburg?

The earliest bus to Hamburg departs from Basel at 01:05. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Basel to Hamburg?

The latest bus to Hamburg departs from Basel at 22:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Basel Hamburg route?

Passengers looking to travel from Basel to Hamburg can travel with FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Hamburg?

You can check all the direct connections between Basel and Hamburg by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Hamburg from Basel?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Basel Hamburg bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Basel Hamburg bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Basel to Hamburg on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Basel to Hamburg

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Basel and to Hamburg

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Basel and to Hamburg. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!