The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
It's difficult to get from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 2804 · ICE 11 · IC 1940 · ICE 2795:41 AM7h20Ghent St Pieters1:01 PMFreiburg Hbf$1251One-way3 transfers
IC 2804 · ICE 11 · ICE 1035:41 AM6h22Ghent St Pieters12:03 PMFreiburg Hbf$1251One-way2 transfers
315 · 109+
281011:41 AM6h22Ghent St Pieters6:03 PMFreiburg Hbf$1671One-way2 transfers
15 · 107+
28089:41 AM6h22Ghent St Pieters4:03 PMFreiburg Hbf$1671One-way2 transfers
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1079:41 AM6h22Ghent St Pieters4:03 PMFreiburg Hbf$1671One-way2 transfers
IC 2806 · ICE 13 · ICE 1057:43 AM6h20Ghent St Pieters2:03 PMFreiburg Hbf$1671One-way2 transfers
517 · 371+
2807+
94118:41 AM6h20Ghent St Pieters3:01 PMFreiburg Hbf$2161One-way3 transfers
519 · 373+
2809+
942310:41 AM6h20Ghent St Pieters5:01 PMFreiburg Hbf$2161One-way3 transfers
IC 2808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1079:41 AM6h22Ghent St Pieters4:03 PMFreiburg Hbf$1671One-way2 transfers
IC 2804 · ICE 11 · ICE 1035:41 AM6h22Ghent St Pieters12:03 PMFreiburg Hbf$1251One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $85. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $85, and a flight costs an average of $436.
Distance: 279 miles (450 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$273 Average price | $454 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 45m Average total duration 14h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 20m Average total duration 15h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf:
A bus is $188 (€150) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf costing on average $273 (€218).
A bus is $369 (€295) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf costing on average $454 (€363).
Other travel options to Freiburg Hbf take longer:
Flight takes on average 14h 45m.
Bus takes on average 15h 50m.
Tickets start at around $273 (€218) compared to roughly $113 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-159.65 (€-127.45). The journey takes 5h 53m versus 5h 44m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:43 AM Ghent St Pieters | 6h20 | 2:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 6h22 | 4:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 6h22 | 6:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Ghent St Pieters | 8h01 | 8:26 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
![]() | 5:41 AM Ghent St Pieters | 6h22 | 12:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCB to find the best option for your trip from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf
Trains from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $211 (€169) but you can travel from only $85 (€68) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:41, the last at 09:41. The fastest train covers the 279 miles (450 km) distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 279 miles (450 km) |
Average train duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $211 (€169) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 7:41 AM |
Last train 9:41 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent St Pieters and Freiburg Hbf from $85 (€68). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
SNCB
FAQs: Trains from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ghent St Pieters to Freiburg Hbf
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein.
- De Graslei
- Restaurant Patrick Foley's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- NH Gent Sint Pieters
- Hotel Carlton
- Astoria Hotel Gent
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-12 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- Cafe Einstein
- Pizzaria Picasso
- Babeuf
- Café Hermann
- Hotel Minerva
- Hotel Barbara
- Parkhotel Post
- Hotel Oberkirch

