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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Fribourg
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Fribourg will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Fribourg without transferring at least once.
IC 61 615 | 615 · IC 1 712 | 712ICE 275 | 275 · IR 15 2520 | 2520IC 61 619 | 619 · IC 1 716 | 716IC 6 967 | 967 · IR 15 2518 | 2518IC 6 971 | 971 · IR 15 2522 | 2522IC 61 615 | 615 · IC 1 712 | 712IC 61 619 | 619 · IC 1 716 | 716IC 6 613 | 613 · IC 1 710 | 710IC 6 617 | 617 · IC 1 714 | 714EC 65 | 65 · IC 1 718 | 718
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Basel to Fribourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€46 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Fribourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Fribourg trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| IC 6 613 | 613 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 7:28 AM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 8:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 963 | 963 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 7:56 AM Basel SBB | 1h30 | 9:26 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 615 | 615 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 8:28 AM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 9:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 61 965 | 965 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 8:56 AM Basel SBB | 1h30 | 10:26 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 6 617 | 617 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 9:28 AM Basel SBB | 1h28 | 10:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer |
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Comfort of the seats could be betterWifi reception is only partialPrice a little too highJourney information
Overview: Train from Basel to Fribourg
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Basel to Fribourg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Basel to Fribourg trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Fribourg from $22 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Fribourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Fribourg 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 Fribourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Fribourg
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Avenue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Pérolles
- Café du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel de la Rose
- NH Fribourg Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 105 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to major Swiss cities and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
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