- Must visit
Augustinermuseum
Leading art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the Baroque in a former monastery near the cathedral.
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Münster 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 Münster to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 16 trains that leave Münster for Freiburg im Breisgau on Fri, Aug 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct trains cover the 441 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 59 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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.
ICE 105
14711 · ICE 105
52315 · ICE 105
ICE 515 · ICE 279
17411 · ICE 2013 · ICE 371
ICE 515 · ICE 279
ICE 517 · ICE 371
ICE 107
ICE 105
52319 · ICE 517 · ICE 371Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Münster to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 274 miles (441 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$128 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg 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 Münster to Freiburg im Breisgau:
A bus is $74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Münster to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $128.
Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 53m.
You'll arrive about 38m sooner (5h 17m by train vs 5h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $128 compared to roughly $99 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Münster to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 513 · ICE 277 | On time 6:03 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h58 | 11:01 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14705 · ICE 103 · IC 2040 · ICE 279 | On time 6:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 6h18 | 1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
14705 · ICE 103 | On time 6:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 5h20 | 12:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
52307 · ICE 103 | On time 6:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 5h16 | 12:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
52307 · ICE 103 · IC 2040 · ICE 279 | On time 6:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 6h14 | 1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 103 · IC 2040 · ICE 279 | On time 7:02 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5h59 | 1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103 | On time 7:02 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 5h01 | 12:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
14883 · 17409 · 26707 · ECE 5 | On time 7:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 7h15 | 2:31 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
52309 · 17409 · 26707 · ECE 5 | On time 7:19 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 7h12 | 2:31 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
17409 · 26707 · ECE 5 | On time 7:35 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 6h56 | 2:31 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
14709 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 | On time 7:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 5h18 | 1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
52311 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 | On time 7:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 5h14 | 1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 515 · ICE 279 | On time 8:02 AM Münster (Westf) Hbf | 4h59 | 1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
14885 · 17411 · ICE 2013 · ICE 371 | On time 8:16 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 6h45 | 3:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
52313 · 17411 · ICE 2013 · ICE 371 | On time 8:19 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 6h42 | 3:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
14711 · ICE 105 | On time 8:43 AM Münster-Mecklenbeck | 5h20 | 2:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
52315 · ICE 105 | On time 8:47 AM Münster-Zentrum Nord | 5h16 | 2:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Münster to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (441 km) distance in 4h 59m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 59m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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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 Münster 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 Münster to Freiburg im Breisgau trains use the Münster(Westf) Hbf to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB. Use this guide to compare Münster and Freiburg im Breisgau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Münster(Westf) 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: McDonald's, Altes Gasthaus Leve, Asia Quick 2, Garbo
Wi-Fi is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. ATMs are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Information desks are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Münster(Westf) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster(Westf) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster(Westf) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include H4 Hotel, Central Hotel, Marco Polo, Martinihof.
Münster Zentrum Nord is 2 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster Zentrum Nord 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: Schwarzwaldhütte, Domino's, Torino, Maya Grill
Wi-Fi is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. ATMs are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Information desks are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Luggage storage is available at Münster Zentrum Nord. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster Zentrum Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster Zentrum Nord.
Münster-Mecklenbeck is 5 km from Münster city centre. Public transport options include:
Münster-Mecklenbeck 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: Grill, Eis Cafe Delizioso, Pizza Venezia
Wi-Fi is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. ATMs are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Ticket office support is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Information desks are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
Luggage storage is available at Münster-Mecklenbeck. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Münster-Mecklenbeck: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Münster-Mecklenbeck.
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 Klinikum is 1 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg Klinikum 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, Babeuf, Paradies, Café Melange
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg Klinikum. ATMs are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg Klinikum. Information desks are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg Klinikum. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg Klinikum: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg Klinikum: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg Klinikum.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Stadt Freiburg.
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