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Museum of Art and History Fribourg
Fribourg’s main art and history museum, combining fine arts, archaeology, and regional heritage in a landmark institution.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Fribourg will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 33 trains that leave Geneva for Fribourg on Sun, Aug 02, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.
IC 1 725 | 725
IC 1 729 | 729
IC 1 717 | 717
IC 1 731 | 731
IR 90 1815 | 1815 · S 41 24535 | 24535
IR 15 2525 | 2525
IR 15 2527 | 2527
IR 15 2529 | 2529
IR 15 2531 | 2531
IR 15 2515 | 2515Trains from Geneva to Fribourg run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Fribourg trains for today, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 33 18483 | 18483 · S 41 24579 | 24579 | 6:39 PM Geneva station | 2h13 | 8:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2535 | 2535 | 6:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 8:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1833 | 1833 · S 41 24579 | 24579 | 7:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 8:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 735 | 735 | 7:20 PM Geneva station | 1h41 | 9:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18485 | 18485 · S 41 24583 | 24583 | 7:39 PM Geneva station | 2h13 | 9:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2537 | 2537 | 7:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 9:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1835 | 1835 · S 41 24583 | 24583 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 9:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 737 | 737 | 8:20 PM Geneva station | 1h41 | 10:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18487 | 18487 · S 41 24587 | 24587 | 8:39 PM Geneva station | 2h13 | 10:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2539 | 2539 | 8:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 10:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1837 | 1837 · S 41 24587 | 24587 | 9:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 10:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 95 1739 | 1739 · IC 1 739 | 739 | 9:20 PM Geneva station | 1h42 | 11:02 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
RE 33 18489 | 18489 · IR 15 2541 | 2541 | 9:37 PM Geneva station | 1h55 | 11:32 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 90 1839 | 1839 · S 41 24591 | 24591 | 10:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 11:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 95 1741 | 1741 · S 40 24693 | 24693 | 10:24 PM Geneva station | 1h58 | 12:22 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
RE 33 18491 | 18491 · IR 15 2543 | 2543 | 10:37 PM Geneva station | 1h56 | 12:33 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 95 1743 | 1743 · IC 51 1645 | 1645 · S 30 14394 | 14394 | 11:21 PM Geneva station | 2h07 | 1:28 AM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
RE 33 18493 | 18493 | 11:37 PM Geneva station | 1h53 | 1:30 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 2 | |||||
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · S 41 24525 | 24525 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 9:52 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:20 AM Geneva station | 1h41 | 10:01 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18463 | 18463 · S 41 24531 | 24531 | 8:39 AM Geneva station | 2h13 | 10:52 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2515 | 2515 | 8:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 10:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · S 41 24531 | 24531 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 10:52 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 905 | 905 | 9:20 AM Geneva station | 1h41 | 11:01 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2517 | 2517 | 9:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 11:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1815 | 1815 · S 41 24535 | 24535 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 11:52 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 717 | 717 | 10:20 AM Geneva station | 1h41 | 12:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2519 | 2519 | 10:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 12:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1817 | 1817 · S 41 24541 | 24541 | 11:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 12:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 907 | 907 | 11:20 AM Geneva station | 1h41 | 1:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18469 | 18469 · S 41 24545 | 24545 | 11:39 AM Geneva station | 2h13 | 1:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2521 | 2521 | 11:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 1:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1819 | 1819 · S 41 24545 | 24545 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 1:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 721 | 721 | 12:20 PM Geneva station | 1h41 | 2:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
RE 33 18471 | 18471 · S 41 24551 | 24551 | 12:39 PM Geneva station | 2h13 | 2:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2523 | 2523 | 12:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 2:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1821 | 1821 · S 41 24551 | 24551 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 2:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 909 | 909 | 1:20 PM Geneva station | 1h41 | 3:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 45 | 45 · S 40 24653 | 24653 | 1:27 PM Geneva station | 1h55 | 3:22 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2525 | 2525 | 1:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 3:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1823 | 1823 · S 41 24555 | 24555 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 3:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 725 | 725 | 2:20 PM Geneva station | 1h41 | 4:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2527 | 2527 | 2:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 4:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1825 | 1825 · S 41 24561 | 24561 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 4:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 727 | 727 | 3:20 PM Geneva station | 1h41 | 5:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2529 | 2529 | 3:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 5:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1827 | 1827 · S 41 24565 | 24565 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 5:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 729 | 729 | 4:20 PM Geneva station | 1h41 | 6:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2531 | 2531 | 4:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 6:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1829 | 1829 · S 41 24571 | 24571 | 5:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 6:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 731 | 731 | 5:20 PM Geneva station | 1h41 | 7:01 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Fribourg’s main art and history museum, combining fine arts, archaeology, and regional heritage in a landmark institution.
Contemporary art space known for thoughtful exhibitions by Swiss and international artists in a converted industrial setting.
Internationally respected museum devoted to sewing machines and domestic objects, revealing industrial design and social history.
Fribourg’s most atmospheric quarter, filled with medieval lanes, river views, bridges, and some of the city’s best walks.
Popular riverside promenade through the Sarine valley, ideal for scenic walks below the cliffs and old fortifications.
Main civic square lined with historic buildings, a classic meeting point and gateway to several old-town landmarks.
A rich fondue made with Vacherin Fribourgeois cheese. It is a signature dish of Fribourg and a proud expression of the canton’s dairy tradition.
An air-dried beef sausage from the Fribourg region, often served cold with bread and pickles. It is a staple of local charcuterie culture.
A firm alpine cheese from Fribourg with nutty, fruity notes. It is central to local cooking and one of Switzerland’s most respected traditional cheeses.
Refined dining in a grand historic setting. Known for polished seasonal cuisine and one of Fribourg’s most established upscale experiences.
Historic café and restaurant in the old town, known for Swiss classics, desserts, and a relaxed traditional atmosphere.
Traditional Swiss restaurant closely associated with fondue moitié-moitié and regional specialties in a warm, classic setting.
Fribourg is costly for most visitors. Hotels, restaurant meals, and Swiss rail or bus fares are higher than in much of Europe, though student spots can be a bit cheaper.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving CHF 1-5 is appreciated in restaurants and cafes; taxi fares are often rounded up, not tipped heavily.
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Fribourg railway station -> Place Georges-Python, Fribourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

Most Geneva to Fribourg trains use the Genève to Fribourg station pair, with some services arriving at Fribourg, St-Pierre. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Fribourg 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.
Fribourg 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: Restaurant Le Pérolles, Café du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fribourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fribourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fribourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fribourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alpha, Hotel de la Rose, NH Fribourg Hotel.
Fribourg, St-Pierre has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg, St-Pierre.
Fribourg, Gare routiere has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg, Gare routiere.
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