The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Fribourg
Cheapest price
$208
Average price
$260
Fastest journey
5 h 1 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Fribourg will cost around $260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $208.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Fribourg without transferring at least 2 times.
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IC 906 | 906 · EC 30467 | 30467+
9622312:46 PM6h10Paris Gare de l'Est6:56 PMFribourg$2081One-way3 transfers
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EC 30467 | 30467 · IC 906 | 906+
9627710:43 AM8h13Paris Gare de l'Est6:56 PMFribourg$2081One-way3 transfers
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IC 61 981 | 981 · IR 15 2532 | 253210:43 AM8h43Paris Gare de l'Est7:26 PMFribourg$2171One-way3 transfers
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IC 61 981 | 981+
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IR 15 2532 | 253212:46 PM6h40Paris Gare de l'Est7:26 PMFribourg$2171One-way3 transfers
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ICE 107 | 107 · IR 15 2530 | 253010:43 AM7h43Paris Gare de l'Est6:26 PMFribourg$2181One-way3 transfers
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IC 1490 | 1490 · IC 61 987 | 9875:25 PM5h01Paris Gare de l'Est10:26 PMFribourg$2371One-way3 transfers
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ICE 279 | 279 · IR 15 2524 | 252410:22 AM5h04Paris Gare de Lyon3:26 PMFribourg$3311One-way2 transfers
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IC 61 981 | 981 · IR 15 2532 | 25322:22 PM5h04Paris Gare de Lyon7:26 PMFribourg$2911One-way2 transfers
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IC 1 736 | 736+
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IC 6 641 | 6415:25 PM5h31Paris Gare de l'Est10:56 PMFribourg$2381One-way3 transfers
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IC 1 722 | 722 · IC 6 625 | 62510:22 AM5h34Paris Gare de Lyon3:56 PMFribourg$3311One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Fribourg
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. 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 $42, and a train costs an average of $149.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$201 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price | $215 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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 Paris to Fribourg:
A bus is $88 (€72) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Fribourg costing on average $171 (€140).
A bus is $118 (€97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Fribourg costing on average $201 (€165).
Other travel options to Fribourg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 46m.
Bus takes on average 8h 47m.
The journey is about 1h 41m faster (4h 46m by train vs 6h 27m by car) and roughly $14 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($201 (€165) vs $215 (€176)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris to Fribourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Fribourg trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9219+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 | On time 4:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h08 | 11:30 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9219+ IC 61 987 | 987 · IR 15 2538 | 2538 | On time 4:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h04 | 10:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9219+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 1 736 | 736 | On time 4:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h34 | 10:56 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9589+ 96239+ ICE 377 | 377 · S 1 15188 | 15188 | 5:53 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h25 | 12:18 AM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9589+ 96239+ S 3 17383 | 17383 · IC 8 838 | 838 | 5:53 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h41 | 12:34 AM Fribourg | 4 transfers | |
9589+ 96239+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 | 5:53 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h37 | 11:30 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9223+ IC 2345 | 2345 · IC 8 838 | 838 · IR 15 2542 | 2542 | 6:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h12 | 12:34 AM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9223+ ICE 377 | 377 · S 1 15188 | 15188 | 6:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h56 | 12:18 AM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9223+ IC 61 989 | 989 · IR 15 2540 | 2540 | 6:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h08 | 11:30 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9517+ 96241+ IC 2345 | 2345 · IC 8 838 | 838 | 7:06 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h28 | 12:34 AM Fribourg | 4 transfers | |
9211+ ICE 279 | 279 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 10:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h04 | 3:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9211+ IC 1 722 | 722 · IC 6 625 | 625 | 10:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h34 | 3:56 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9211+ EC 30467 | 30467 · IC 906 | 906 | 10:22 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 8h34 | 6:56 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
12133+ 96277+ IC 61 981 | 981 · IR 15 2532 | 2532 | 10:43 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h43 | 7:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
12133+ 96277+ IR 15 2530 | 2530 · ICE 107 | 107 | 10:43 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h43 | 6:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
12133+ EC 30467 | 30467+ 96277+ IC 906 | 906 | 10:43 AM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h13 | 6:56 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9213+ EC 30467 | 30467 · IC 906 | 906 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h34 | 6:56 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9213+ IC 61 981 | 981 · IR 15 2532 | 2532 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h04 | 7:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9213+ IR 15 2530 | 2530 · ICE 107 | 107 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h04 | 6:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
2421+ 96223+ IC 61 981 | 981 · IR 15 2532 | 2532 | 12:46 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h40 | 7:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
2421+ EC 30467 | 30467 · IC 906 | 906+ 96223 | 12:46 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h10 | 6:56 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
2421+ 96223+ ICE 107 | 107 · IR 15 2530 | 2530 | 12:46 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h40 | 6:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9575+ 96245+ IC 61 987 | 987 · IC 1490 | 1490 | 1:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h34 | 10:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9575+ 96245+ IC 61 981 | 981 · IR 15 2532 | 2532 | 1:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h34 | 7:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9575+ 96245+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 1 736 | 736 | 1:52 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h04 | 10:56 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9215+ IC 61 981 | 981 · IR 15 2532 | 2532 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 5h04 | 7:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9215+ IC 61 987 | 987 · IC 1490 | 1490 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 8h04 | 10:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
9215+ IC 1 736 | 736 · IC 6 641 | 641 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 8h34 | 10:56 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
2437+ IC 6 983 | 983 · IR 15 2534 | 2534+ 96229 | 2:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 5h45 | 8:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
2437+ IC 6 641 | 641 · IC 1 736 | 736+ 96229 | 2:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h15 | 10:56 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
2437+ IC 61 987 | 987 · IC 1490 | 1490+ 96229 | 2:41 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h45 | 10:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9577+ S 1 15186 | 15186+ 96233+ IC 61 989 | 989 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h04 | 11:59 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9577+ IC 1 736 | 736 · IC 6 641 | 641+ 96233 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h01 | 10:56 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
9577+ 96233+ IC 61 987 | 987 · IC 1490 | 1490 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h31 | 10:26 PM Fribourg | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Fribourg
Trains from Paris to Fribourg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $149 (€122) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:06, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $149 (€122) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 6:06 AM |
Last train 7:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn from Paris to Fribourg trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Paris and Fribourg from $42 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Fribourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris to Fribourg
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Avenue de la Gare
- Restaurant Le Pérolles
- Café du Midi
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel de la Rose
- NH Fribourg Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 105 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to major Swiss cities and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
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