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Bündner Kunstmuseum
Graubünden’s leading art museum, combining a villa and modern extension with strong collections of regional and Swiss art.
Cheapest price
€137
Average price
€137
Fastest journey
7 h 48 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur will cost around €137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €137.
It's difficult to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 111 miles (180 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€51 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur costing on average €51.
Other travel options to Chur take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 51m.
Tickets start at around €51 compared to roughly €86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €35. The journey takes 3h 6m versus 2h 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:04 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h18 | 2:22 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:04 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h18 | 4:22 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:06 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h16 | 5:22 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:04 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h18 | 6:22 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:06 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h16 | 7:22 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:34 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h18 | 7:52 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:04 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h18 | 8:22 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:18 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h34 | 8:52 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:32 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 3h20 | 10:52 PM Chur | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:34 AM Freiburg im Breisgau | 7h48 | 8:22 AM Chur | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 111 miles (180 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 111 miles (180 km) |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 12:34 AM |
Last train 11:11 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Chur — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chur trip today.
Graubünden’s leading art museum, combining a villa and modern extension with strong collections of regional and Swiss art.
Major history museum in the episcopal quarter, presenting Graubünden’s archaeology, culture, and everyday life in a historic complex.
Compact museum focused on Chur’s cathedral treasury and sacred art, rewarding for visitors interested in regional church history.
Chur’s oldest quarter, full of lanes, painted facades, towers, and small squares that make it the essential walk in the city.
Historic episcopal quarter around the cathedral, rich in medieval architecture and one of the city’s most distinctive areas.
Elegant old town square framed by historic buildings and arcades, ideal for photos, pauses, and soaking up Chur’s atmosphere.
Air-dried beef from Graubünden, cured in alpine air. It is a signature regional specialty often served thinly sliced with bread or pickles.
Small potato dumplings from Graubünden, usually pan-fried with butter and onions. A rustic mountain staple closely tied to local farmhouse cooking.
Hearty barley soup with vegetables and often bacon or beef. It is one of Graubünden’s best-known alpine dishes, ideal for cold mountain weather.
Refined fine dining in Chur with seasonal Swiss ingredients and polished service. Best for a special meal in an elegant setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Graubünden classics in a warm wood-lined setting. Good choice for regional dishes and local atmosphere.
Well-known local venue serving Swiss and regional favorites in a cozy old-town environment. Popular for hearty meals and casual dining.
Chur is costly by European standards. Hotels, meals, and rail travel are pricey, though local transit is efficient and budget food options exist.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur 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 Chur, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Freiburg im Breisgau to Chur trains use the Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Chur station pair. Use this guide to compare Freiburg im Breisgau and Chur train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB.
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.
Chur has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Va Bene, Restaurant Zunfthaus zur Rebleuten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Chur. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chur. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chur: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chur: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chur: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel ABC, Hotel Chur, Romantik Hotel Stern.
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