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terra mineralia
Major mineral museum in Freudenstein Castle with world-class specimens and interactive displays. A signature Freiberg attraction for geology and mining fans.
Cheapest price
€137
Average price
€152
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Freiberg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Freiberg will cost around €152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €137.
Of the 2 trains that leave Munich for Freiberg on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 334 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 17 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 4 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Freiberg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €142.
Distance: 207 miles (334 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€103 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €230 Average price | €61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 28m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Munich to Freiberg:
A bus is €73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Freiberg costing on average €103.
A bus is €200 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Freiberg costing on average €230.
Other travel options to Freiberg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 22m.
Flight takes on average 9h 28m.
Tickets start at around €103 compared to roughly €61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-41.78. The journey takes 5h 22m versus 4h 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.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Freiberg trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:45 PM Munich | 5h21 | 7:06 PM Freiberg | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Munich | 5h21 | 8:06 PM Freiberg | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 2:48 PM Munich | 6h18 | 9:06 PM Freiberg | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:12 PM Munich | 5h54 | 9:06 PM Freiberg | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 4:44 PM Munich | 5h22 | 10:06 PM Freiberg | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:46 PM Munich | 5h20 | 11:06 PM Freiberg | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:46 PM Munich | 5h20 | 12:06 AM Freiberg | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Munich | 9h21 | 5:06 AM Freiberg | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Munich | 9h21 | 5:06 AM Freiberg | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:33 PM Munich | 7h33 | 7:06 AM Freiberg | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:19 AM Munich | 6h04 | 1:23 PM Freiberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:49 AM Munich | 5h17 | 1:06 PM Freiberg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Freiberg run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 207 miles (334 km) distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 207 miles (334 km) |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Discover the best of Freiberg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Freiberg trip today.
Major mineral museum in Freudenstein Castle with world-class specimens and interactive displays. A signature Freiberg attraction for geology and mining fans.
Visitor mine offering underground tours through historic workings. It gives a direct, memorable look at Freiberg’s long mining tradition.
City museum on regional history, mining, and civic life, housed in a former patrician building. Ideal for understanding Freiberg beyond the mines.
Freiberg’s grand central market square, lined with historic facades and civic landmarks. A natural starting point for exploring the old town on foot.
Smaller old-town square with attractive historic buildings and a quieter atmosphere than Obermarkt. Good for lingering and local city views.
Main pedestrian street through the historic center, ideal for walking between churches, museums, and shops while taking in Freiberg’s urban character.
A strong Saxon sour beer once brewed in Freiberg. It is a historic local specialty linked to the town’s medieval brewing tradition.
A traditional Saxon potato soup, often enriched with root vegetables and marjoram. It is a simple regional comfort food eaten across the area.
A Saxon quark fritter made from fresh curd cheese and fried until golden. It is a classic sweet pastry sold at bakeries and markets.
Well-known café for coffee, cakes, and light meals. A good place to try local pastries in a relaxed central setting.
Traditional German restaurant serving Saxon classics and seasonal dishes in a historic atmosphere near Freiberg’s old town.
Established brewery restaurant in Freiberg’s center, known for regional Saxon dishes and house beer in a traditional, lively setting.
Moderate for Germany: lodging and dining are often below big-city prices, while local transit and daily essentials stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is normal in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Freiberg (Sachs) -> Obermarkt, Freiberg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Freiberg 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 Freiberg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Munich to Freiberg trains use the München Hbf to Freiberg (Sachs) station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Freiberg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München-Riem is 7 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Riem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at München-Riem.
Ticket office support is available at München-Riem. Information desks are available at München-Riem.
Luggage storage is available at München-Riem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Riem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Riem: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Riem.
Freiberg (Sachs) 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: Konditorei & Café Hartmann, Taste of India, Gastmahl des Meeres, Kebap-Haus
Wi-Fi is available at Freiberg (Sachs). ATMs are available at Freiberg (Sachs).
Ticket office support is available at Freiberg (Sachs). Information desks are available at Freiberg (Sachs).
Luggage storage is available at Freiberg (Sachs). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiberg (Sachs): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiberg (Sachs): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiberg (Sachs).
Nearby hotels include Hotel Am Obermarkt, Hotel & Restaurant Mauck'sches Gut.
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