Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

Showing times and prices for Dec 07

Cheapest price

€79

Average price

€119

Fastest journey

3 h 28 m

Average duration

3 h 54 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

367 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around €119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.

Fast trains

Of the 7 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Freiburg im Breisgau on Sun, Dec 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 367 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .

On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 27 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.

Deutsche BahnEC 7
08:27AM4h22
Düsseldorf Hbf
12:49PMFreiburg Hbf
791One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnEC 9
10:20AM4h34
Düsseldorf Hbf
02:54PMFreiburg Hbf
1041One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 27 · ICE 255 · ICE 73
09:27AM4h45
Düsseldorf Hbf
02:12PMFreiburg Hbf
1151One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 105 · EC 9
10:27AM4h27
Düsseldorf Hbf
02:54PMFreiburg Hbf
1151One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 915 · ICE 71
08:44AM3h28
Düsseldorf Hbf
12:12PMFreiburg Hbf
1341One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. 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 €20, and a flight costs an average of €60.

Distance: 228 miles (367 km)

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4h 38m

Average total duration

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0.4 - 0.9kg

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Live departures

Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:32 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnEC 7
On time
7:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h22
11:49 AM Freiburg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 915 · ICE 71
On time
7:44 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h28
11:12 AM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 27 · ICE 255 · ICE 73
On time
8:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h45
1:12 PM Freiburg Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 515 · ICE 277
On time
8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h30
12:02 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnEC 9
On time
9:20 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h34
1:54 PM Freiburg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 105 · ICE 73
On time
9:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h45
1:12 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 105 · EC 9
On time
9:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h27
1:54 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 2013 · ICE 75
On time
9:44 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
5h28
3:12 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 517 · ICE 279
On time
10:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h35
2:01 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnIC 2156 · IC 1744 · ICE 371
On time
11:14 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h47
4:01 PM Freiburg Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 107 · ICE 75
On time
11:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h45
3:12 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 519 · ICE 371
On time
12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h34
4:01 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 109 · IC 1746 · ICE 373
On time
1:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h34
6:01 PM Freiburg Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 1011 · ICE 77
On time
1:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h26
5:12 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 611 · ICE 373
On time
2:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h29
6:01 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 201 · IC 1748 · ICE 375
On time
3:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
4h39
8:06 PM Freiburg Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 1013 · ICE 79
On time
3:46 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h26
7:12 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 929 · ICE 377
On time
4:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
5h38
10:05 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 203 · ICE 1171
On time
5:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h48
9:15 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 615 · ICE 377
On time
6:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h41
10:05 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 205 · ICE 273
On time
7:19 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h57
11:16 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 542 · IC 60403
On time
10:09 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
6h17
4:26 AM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 619 · IC 60403
On time
10:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf
5h59
4:26 AM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

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Trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 228 miles (367 km) distance in 3h 28m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
228 miles (367 km)
Average train duration
4h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$23 (€19)
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
3h 28m
First train
00:05
Last train
23:48
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Freiburg im Breisgau from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 28m
Cheapest Price
$36 (€29)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

FAQs
Two to three days are ideal for exploring Freiburg im Breisgau, allowing you to enjoy its historic old town, the Black Forest, and local attractions like the Freiburg Minster.
In Freiburg im Breisgau, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Visit Seepark for leisure activities around a lake and Japanese garden, or explore the vibrant market at Münsterplatz for fresh produce and crafts. Take a guided walking tour of the historic old town, or relax at the Freiburg Botanical Garden. For breathtaking views, don't miss the Freiburg Minster with its Gothic architecture and 116-meter-high tower, or hike up Schlossberg. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Augustiner Museum's medieval and Baroque collections. Finally, explore Schwabentor, one of the city's remaining medieval gates, for a glimpse into Freiburg's history.
The train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau takes 3h 28m and runs 9 per day.
Train ticket prices from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $23 (€19), while the average price is around $93 (€75).
The cheapest way to get from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train, with a cost of around $23 (€19).
A day trip from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau is not feasible due to a travel duration of 3h 28m. However, there are 9 train journeys available per day for this route, covering a distance of 228 miles (367 km).
The last train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau leaves at 11:48 PM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau.
The train journey from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque Rhine Valley and the Black Forest, providing glimpses of charming villages, lush vineyards, and rolling hills.
The first train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau leaves at 12:05 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau.
Yes, there is a direct train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Deutsche Bahn.
The distance by train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau is 228 miles (367 km).
The train station in Düsseldorf that goes to Freiburg im Breisgau is Düsseldorf Hbf, which connects to Freiburg Hbf.

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Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

Düsseldorf
Freiburg im Breisgau
The major train station for departures in Düsseldorf is Düsseldorf Flughafen. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Düsseldorf Flughafen for your trip from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Telefónica Kantine
  • Telefónica Cafeteria
  • Snack Point
  • Imbiss
Hotel
Hotel
  • Novotel
  • Ibis
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 21:00
  • Sunday: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Zaxopondeiva Cafe
  • Lauren's Cafe
  • China Imbiss
  • Fu chu yuan
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Lindenhof
  • Hotel Batavia
  • Sir Astor
  • Lady Astor
Düsseldorf Flughafen TerminalWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • L'Osteria
  • Bauernstube Deppe
  • Luxor Grill
  • McDonald's
Hotel
Hotel
  • Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel
  • Lindner Airport
  • Hotel Maritim

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