- Must visit
Augustinermuseum
Leading art museum with works from the Middle Ages to the Baroque in a former monastery near the cathedral.
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
It's difficult to get from Saarbrücken to Freiburg im Breisgau without transferring at least once.
ICE 9553 · ICE 109
4116 · ICE 201
4114 · ICE 375
ICE 563 · ICE 103
4110 · ICE 373
ICE 9553 · ICE 109
TGV 9551+
ICE 105
4106 · ICE 371
4102 · ICE 279
4114 · ICE 375Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 94 miles (152 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€55 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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 Saarbrücken to Freiburg im Breisgau:
A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average €55.
Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 55m.
Tickets start at around €55 compared to roughly €31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-24.50. The journey takes 2h 55m versus 2h 33m 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 Saarbrücken to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:47 PM Saarbrücken | 3h16 | 7:03 PM Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
ICE 563 · ICE 103 | On time 8:27 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h36 | 12:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4102 · ICE 279 | On time 9:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h14 | 1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9551+ ICE 105 | On time 10:58 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h05 | 2:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4106 · ICE 371 | On time 11:47 AM Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h14 | 3:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4108 · ICE 107 | On time 12:47 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h16 | 4:03 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
4110 · ICE 373 | On time 1:47 PM Saarbrücken Hbf | 3h14 | 5:01 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Saarbrücken to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 94 miles (152 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 94 miles (152 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:44 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 Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Freiburg im Breisgau trains use the Saarbrücken Hbf to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Freiburg-Wiehre. Use this guide to compare Saarbrücken and Freiburg im Breisgau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saarbrücken 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: Il Giardino, Eiscafe Jesolo, Pizza Hut, Brauhaus zum Stiefel
Wi-Fi is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. ATMs are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Information desks are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Saarbrücken Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saarbrücken Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saarbrücken Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Premier Inn Saarbrücken City Centre Hotel, Mercure SB City, Europa Hotel Saarbrücken, Hotel Stadt Hamburg Saarbrücken.
Dudweiler is 5 km from Saarbrücken city centre. Public transport options include:
Dudweiler 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 Dudweiler.
Ticket office support is available at Dudweiler. Information desks are available at Dudweiler.
Luggage storage is available at Dudweiler. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dudweiler: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dudweiler: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dudweiler.
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-Wiehre is 1 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg-Wiehre 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: Wirtshaus zum Goldenen Anker, Schiller, Restaurant Korfou, Kartoffelhaus
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg-Wiehre. ATMs are available at Freiburg-Wiehre.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg-Wiehre. Information desks are available at Freiburg-Wiehre.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg-Wiehre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg-Wiehre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg-Wiehre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg-Wiehre.
Nearby hotels include Schiller.
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