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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 on Sep 17
€110
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€114
Fastest journey on Sep 17
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 48 m
Trains on Sep 17
5
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Fribourg will cost around €114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €110.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Fribourg without transferring at least once.
ECE 194 · IC 722
ECE 196 · IC 718
ECE 192 · IC 726
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 2524
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528
ECE 196 · IC 718
ECE 192 · IC 726
ECE 194 · IC 722
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 2524
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €446.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€96 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €446 Average price | €84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Fribourg:
A bus is €56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Fribourg costing on average €96.
A bus is €406 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Fribourg costing on average €446.
Other travel options to Fribourg take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Bus takes on average 7h 29m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (5h 20m by train vs 5h 30m by car). Tickets start at around €96 compared to roughly €84 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.
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 Munich to Fribourg trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ECE 196 · IC 718 | On time 8:32 AM Munich Hbf | 5h24 | 1:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
ICE 568 · ICE 279 · IR 2524 | On time 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 6h24 | 3:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
ECE 194 · IC 722 | On time 10:31 AM Munich Hbf | 5h25 | 3:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
ICE 566 · ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528 | On time 11:02 AM Munich Hbf | 6h24 | 5:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
ECE 192 · IC 726 | On time 12:32 PM Munich Hbf | 5h24 | 5:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Munich to Fribourg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Fribourg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fribourg trip today.
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 Munich 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 Munich to Fribourg trains use the München Hbf to Fribourg station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Fribourg 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 Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
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.
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