- Must visit
Augustinermuseum
Leading art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the Baroque in a former monastery near the cathedral.
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€67
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva 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 Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau without transferring at least 2 times.
IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370
IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370
IR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 108
IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104
IR 2523 · ICE 276
IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370
IR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 108
IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104
IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276
IR 1817 · IC 521 · IR 1867 · ICE 278Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. 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 €17, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€56 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average €56.
Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Bus takes on average 4h 36m.
The journey is about 12m faster (3h 31m by train vs 3h 43m by car) and roughly €47 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€56 vs €102). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IR 1811 · IC 515 · IR 1861 · ICE 108 | On time 8:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 11:52 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 713 · IC 1615+ S6+ 17016 | 8:20 AM Geneva station | 4h20 | 12:40 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 | On time 8:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 12:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 1813 · IC 517 · IR 1863 · ICE 370 | On time 9:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 12:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 715 · IC 1617 · 5332 | 9:20 AM Geneva station | 4h24 | 1:44 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 2517 · ICE 106 | On time 9:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 1:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 106 | On time 10:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 1:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 717 · IC 1619+ S6+ 17020 | 10:20 AM Geneva station | 4h20 | 2:40 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 278 | On time 10:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 2:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 1817 · IC 521 · IR 1867 · ICE 278 | On time 11:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 2:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IR 1819 · IC 523 · IR 1869 · ICE 104 | On time 12:05 PM Geneva station | 3h47 | 3:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 721 · IC 1623 · EC 150 | On time 12:20 PM Geneva station | 4h02 | 4:22 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IR 2523 · ICE 276 | On time 12:54 PM Geneva station | 3h58 | 4:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 | On time 1:05 PM Geneva station | 3h47 | 4:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 723 · IC 1625 · 5334 | 1:20 PM Geneva station | 4h25 | 5:45 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
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 Geneva 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 Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau trains use the Genève to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mumpf, Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Freiburg im Breisgau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
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-Littenweiler is 3 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg-Littenweiler 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: Pizza Boxx, Heitzmann, Lindenmatte, La Playa Tapas Bar
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg-Littenweiler. ATMs are available at Freiburg-Littenweiler.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg-Littenweiler. Information desks are available at Freiburg-Littenweiler.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg-Littenweiler. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg-Littenweiler: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg-Littenweiler: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg-Littenweiler.
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