- Must visit
Augustinermuseum
Leading art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the Baroque in a former monastery near the cathedral.
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€67
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen 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 Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
It's difficult to get from Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau without transferring at least once.
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5
ICE 13 · ICE 2013 · ICE 371
ICE 13 · ICE 105
26817 · ICE 517 · ICE 371
26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 279
ICE 13 · ICE 105
26817 · ICE 517 · ICE 371
26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 279
ICE 13 · ICE 2013 · ICE 371
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. 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 €29, and a flight costs an average of €120.
Distance: 208 miles (335 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€133 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €218 Average price | €70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 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 Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau:
A bus is €93 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average €133.
A bus is €178 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average €218.
Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 43m.
Flight takes on average 9h 14m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (4h 19m by train vs 4h 24m by car). Tickets start at around €133 compared to roughly €70 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
26813 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 | On time 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 4h10 | 1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
26813 · ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5 | On time 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 5h40 | 2:31 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 105 | On time 9:56 AM Aachen Hbf | 4h07 | 2:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 13 · ICE 2013 · ICE 371 | On time 9:56 AM Aachen Hbf | 5h05 | 3:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
26817 · ICE 517 · ICE 371 | On time 10:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 4h10 | 3:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers |
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Trains from Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 208 miles (335 km) |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 10:51 PM |
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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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Freiburg Hauptbahnhof/ZOB -> Bertoldsbrunnen, Freiburg im Breisgau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau by train. 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 train, 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 Aachen to Freiburg im Breisgau trains use the Aachen Hbf to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mulhouse-Ville. Use this guide to compare Aachen and Freiburg im Breisgau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Aachen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chico Mendes, Pizzeria Pont Pascha, Vielharmonie, Polonia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen West. ATMs are available at Aachen West.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen West. Information desks are available at Aachen West.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen West.
Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen-Rothe Erde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Eiscafé am Elsassplatz, Kennedy Grill, Közde Kebap, Imbiss & Kneipe, Zeppelin Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. ATMs are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Information desks are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
Freiburg-Herdern is 1 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg-Herdern has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Paradies, Co Ba, Chada Thai, Aguila
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg-Herdern. ATMs are available at Freiburg-Herdern.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg-Herdern. Information desks are available at Freiburg-Herdern.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg-Herdern. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg-Herdern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg-Herdern: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg-Herdern.
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Freiburg, Super 8, FourSide Hotel.
Freiburg-Zähringen is 3 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg-Zähringen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Eiscafe Nart, Pizzeria Etna, Cafe Reiß-Beck, Cafe Merigio
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg-Zähringen. ATMs are available at Freiburg-Zähringen.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg-Zähringen. Information desks are available at Freiburg-Zähringen.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg-Zähringen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg-Zähringen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg-Zähringen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg-Zähringen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Classic.
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