Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,EC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$44

Average price

$73

Fastest journey

3 h 50 m

Average duration

4 h 26 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

334 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Freiburg Hbf for Cologne Hbf on Mon, Jun 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 334 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 5 h 9 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 Bahn
07:56AM5h09
Freiburg Hbf
01:05PMCologne Hbf
$441One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
08:48AM3h50
Freiburg Hbf
12:38PMCologne Hbf
$441One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
05:50AM4h16
Freiburg Hbf
10:06AMCologne Hbf
$891One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:55AM4h27
Freiburg Hbf
12:22PMCologne Hbf
$1151One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 19m.

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€82

Average price

€33

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Cheapest

€165

Average price

5h 4m

Average duration

4h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 50m

Average duration

7h 20m

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30m

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6h 19m

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Fastest

3h 19m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf train times

Showing trains for today, Sunday, June 15
Last updated at 3:18 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnICE 372 · IC 2047
On time
6:55 AM Freiburg Hbf
4h11
11:06 AM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 372 · ICE 612
On time
6:55 AM Freiburg Hbf
3h10
10:05 AM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 76 · ICE 200
On time
7:48 AM Freiburg Hbf
3h17
11:05 AM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 76 · ICE 1010 · S 12
On time
7:48 AM Freiburg Hbf
3h11
10:59 AM Cologne Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 370 · IC 2045
On time
8:55 AM Freiburg Hbf
4h11
1:06 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 370 · ICE 610
On time
8:55 AM Freiburg Hbf
3h10
12:05 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 74 · ICE 918 · S 12
On time
9:47 AM Freiburg Hbf
3h12
12:59 PM Cologne Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 74 · ICE 108
On time
9:47 AM Freiburg Hbf
3h18
1:05 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 74 · IC 2012
On time
9:47 AM Freiburg Hbf
4h57
2:44 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 278 · ICE 518
On time
10:55 AM Freiburg Hbf
3h10
2:05 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnEC 8
On time
11:04 AM Freiburg Hbf
4h02
3:06 PM Cologne Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 72 · ICE 106
On time
11:47 AM Freiburg Hbf
3h18
3:05 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 276 · ICE 516
On time
12:55 PM Freiburg Hbf
3h10
4:05 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnEC 6
On time
1:06 PM Freiburg Hbf
4h00
5:06 PM Cologne Hbf
0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahnICE 70 · ICE 104
On time
1:47 PM Freiburg Hbf
3h18
5:05 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 70 · ICE 914 · ICE 26
On time
1:47 PM Freiburg Hbf
4h19
6:06 PM Cologne Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 70 · ICE 914 · ICE 812
On time
1:47 PM Freiburg Hbf
4h08
5:55 PM Cologne Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 70 · ICE 914 · S 12
On time
1:47 PM Freiburg Hbf
3h12
4:59 PM Cologne Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnECE 150 · ICE 572 · ICE 10
On time
2:24 PM Freiburg Hbf
3h09
5:33 PM Cologne Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 274 · IC 2349
On time
2:55 PM Freiburg Hbf
4h11
7:06 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 274 · ICE 514
On time
2:55 PM Freiburg Hbf
3h10
6:05 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 376 · ICE 254
On time
3:47 PM Freiburg Hbf
3h15
7:02 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 292 · ICE 512
On time
4:55 PM Freiburg Hbf
3h11
8:06 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRB 17128 · RE 4736 · ICE 100
On time
5:00 PM Freiburg Hbf
4h06
9:06 PM Cologne Hbf
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 4 · ICE 510
On time
6:55 PM Freiburg Hbf
3h11
10:06 PM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRB 17136 · IC 60402
On time
9:20 PM Freiburg Hbf
6h37
3:57 AM Cologne Hbf
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf

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Trains from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
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
206 miles (333 km)
Average train duration
4h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
$22 (€18)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
3h 22m
First train
04:53
Last train
19:55
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 Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains

Find the best trains from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn from $24 (€20). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf train.

Deutsche Bahn from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf train information:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 9 min
  • Cheapest Price: $24
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 2 a day

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Popular train stations from Freiburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf

Freiburg im Breisgau
Cologne
The major train station for departures in Freiburg im Breisgau is Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf for your trip from Freiburg im Breisgau to Cologne.
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WifiWifi
LockersLockers
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:30 - 19:00
  • Sunday: 08:30 - 20:00
Dining
Dining
  • Cafe Einstein
  • Pizzaria Picasso
  • Babeuf
  • Café Hermann
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Minerva
  • Hotel Barbara
  • Parkhotel Post
  • Hotel Oberkirch
The major train station for arrivals in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your journey to Cologne from 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
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Coffee Fellows
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Pizza Hut
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Schweinske
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wyndham Koeln
  • Hilton Cologne
  • Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.

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