How to Bridge from Base to Hyperliquid

Can I Bridge from Base to Hyperliquid?

Yes, to bridge assets from Base to Hyperliquid, use a trusted cross-chain bridge. You’ll need an Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible wallet, such as MetaMask, that supports both Base and Hyperliquid’s HyperEVM. Once the transfer is complete, your funds will be ready for trading on Hyperliquid.

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How to Bridge from Base to Hyperliquid

DeBridge is the recommended platform to bridge assets from Base to Hyperliquid. As a trusted cross-chain protocol, deBridge supports transfers across 15 networks, including Base, Hyperliquid, Solana, and Ethereum, with over $6.3 billion in transactions processed.

Here’s how to bridge assets to Hyperliquid from Base using deBridge:

1. Connect Your Wallet: Visit the deBridge platform and connect your EVM-compatible wallet.
2. Select Networks and USDC: Set Base as the source network and Hyperliquid as the destination. Choose USDC as the token to transfer.
3. Approve the Transfer: Enter the amount, confirm the transaction in your wallet, and approve the transfer through deBridge.
4. Complete the Transfer: Follow the final instructions provided. Your assets will appear on Hyperliquid within minutes, ready for use.

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What are the Fees?

Bridging assets from Base to Hyperliquid using deBridge involves three main fees:

1. Bridge Fee: deBridge charges a flat fee of 0.001 ETH per transaction.
2. Gas Fees: As a layer 2, Base has very low gas fees, typically under $0.10 per transfer.
3. Slippage: For transfers exceeding $100,000, slippage may occur due to limited bridge liquidity. To minimize slippage, confirm liquidity availability before initiating the transfer.

These minimal fees make deBridge a cost-effective option for transferring assets between Base and Hyperliquid.

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Alternative Base to Hyperliquid Bridges

If deBridge isn’t your choice, here are other ways to bridge assets from Base to Hyperliquid:

1. Synapse Protocol: Synapse is a trusted alternative with over $55 billion in cross-chain volume that supports Base, Hyperliquid, Arbitrum, Optimism and 30 other chains.
2. Mayan Finance: Built on Wormhole, Mayan Finance aggregates liquidity to minimize slippage, enabling efficient USDC transfers between Hyperliquid, Base, and 10 other chains. 
3. Native Hyperliquid Bridge: Allows direct USDC transfers from Arbitrum to Hyperliquid. This requires first bridging from Base to Arbitrum, adding an extra step and potential costs.

These options provide flexibility, balancing cost and convenience based on your needs.

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Bottom Line

Bridging directly between Base and Hyperliquid is best achieved with platforms like deBridge and Synapse, which offer direct routes. 

Review fees, slippage, and steps carefully to ensure a smooth transfer and quick access to Hyperliquid for trading.