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Augustinermuseum
Leading art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the Baroque in a former monastery near the cathedral.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$28
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$39
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 43 m
Buses on Sep 19
12
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 12 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau, including 10 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a flight costs an average of $699.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $699 Average price | $61 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $61 (€50).
A bus is $670 (€548) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $699 (€572).
Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 52m.
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 3h 56m versus 3h 4m 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 FlixBus, 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h37 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h55 | 11:35 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h00 | 1:20 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h45 | 2:30 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h25 | 2:30 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h10 | 4:55 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h50 | 4:55 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h20 | 7:05 AM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h55 | 12:45 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h50 | 12:05 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h15 | 12:45 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h45 | 2:45 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 5h25 | 11:35 PM Freiburg, ZOB | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Freiburg im Breisgau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Freiburg im Breisgau trip today.
Leading art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the Baroque in a former monastery near the cathedral.
Museum of city history in two historic houses, covering Freiburg’s medieval roots, daily life, and urban development.
Archaeology museum displaying regional finds from prehistory to the early Middle Ages in a Baroque residence.
Freiburg’s central square, famous for the cathedral market, historic façades, and lively everyday city atmosphere.
Popular hillside park and walking area with trails, terraces, and some of the best panoramic city views.
Charming Old Town lane known for streams, small shops, and postcard-worthy Freiburg atmosphere away from main crowds.
Schäufele is cured and smoked pork shoulder, often served with potato salad or sauerkraut. It is a beloved Baden Sunday meal with deep regional roots.
Flammkuchen is a thin crust tart topped with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon. Common across Baden and nearby Alsace, it is a classic wine tavern dish.
Bibiliskäs is a fresh herb quark spread served with potatoes or bread. It is a simple Baden favorite that highlights local dairy and garden herbs.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the Colombi Hotel, known for refined regional cuisine, polished service, and a formal atmosphere.
Historic traditional restaurant near the Münster, serving Baden classics and seasonal dishes in a rustic, wood-paneled setting.
Well-known local venue for hearty Baden food and regional wines, with a cozy tavern feel and a long-standing reputation in the old town.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable. Tourist costs are lower than Munich or Frankfurt but above smaller towns.
Service is included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Freiburg, ZOB station pair. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Freiburg im Breisgau bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Freiburg, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café im Bahnhof (in the station), Burger King (in the station), BackWerk (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg, ZOB.
Available at Freiburg, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
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