4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 14 buses that leave Cologne for Freiburg im Breisgau on Fri, May 08, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 333 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 5 h 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.
12:00 PM5h00Cologne5:00 PMFreiburg im Breisgau$411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:35 PM6h45Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)7:20 PMFreiburg, ZOB$421One-way0 transfers- FlixBus11:05 PM6h35Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen)5:40 AMFreiburg, ZOB$421One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM4h50Cologne1:50 PMFreiburg im Breisgau$451One-way0 transfers
- 1:20 PM4h00Cologne5:20 PMFreiburg im Breisgau$501One-way0 transfers
- 1:20 PM4h00Cologne5:20 PMFreiburg im Breisgau$501One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM4h10Cologne5:40 PMFreiburg im Breisgau$531One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 AM4h40Cologne2:40 PMFreiburg im Breisgau$531One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM4h50Cologne1:50 PMFreiburg im Breisgau$451One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 PM5h00Cologne5:00 PMFreiburg im Breisgau$411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 206 miles (333 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price | $215 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau:
A bus is $49 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $88 (€70).
A bus is $175 (€140) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $215 (€171).
Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 38m.
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€31) compared to roughly $81 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€33). The journey takes 5h 35m versus 4h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:37PM | Duration 8h22 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:36PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Live departures
Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h10 | 5:25 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 8:15 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 8h22 | 4:37 PM Freiburg , Hauptbhf/ZOB | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 8h00 | 11:35 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 8h20 | 1:20 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h45 | 1:20 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 7h20 | 2:30 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 9h20 | 4:55 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 6h35 | 5:40 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 7h15 | 12:05 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau
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Buses from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 206 miles (333 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 206 miles (333 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to Freiburg im BreisgauYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Freiburg im Breisgau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Freiburg Minster, a Gothic cathedral known for its stunning architecture and a 116-meter-high tower offering panoramic views
- Schlossberg, a hill providing hiking trails and scenic overlooks of the city and surrounding Black Forest
- Augustiner Museum, an art museum housed in a former monastery featuring medieval and Baroque collections
- Münsterplatz, the central square bustling with markets and surrounded by historic buildings
- Schwabentor, one of the two remaining medieval gates of Freiburg, offering a glimpse into the city's history.
- Seepark, a large park with a lake, Japanese garden, and leisure activities
- Explore the vibrant local market at Münsterplatz, where you can find fresh produce and local crafts
- Take a guided walking tour of Freiburg's historic old town to learn about its rich history and architecture
- Visit the Freiburg Botanical Garden, home to a diverse collection of plants and a peaceful atmosphere
- Enjoy a cycling tour through the scenic routes of the Black Forest surrounding Freiburg.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgau
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café im Bahnhof (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station)
- BackWerk (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 14, 27 Trains: S1, S2
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