How to travel from Bern to Fribourg

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Compare bus and train for Bern to Fribourg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 17 miles (28 km)

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44m

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Compare ways to travel from Bern to Fribourg

Compare the available ways to get from Bern to Fribourg, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Fribourg is a train with an average price of €15.
The fastest way to travel from Bern to Fribourg is by train with an average journey time of 57m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bern and Fribourg including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bern to Fribourg among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 17m faster (27m by train vs 44m by car) and roughly €36 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€15 vs €50). 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.

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from Bern to Fribourg

How to get from Bern to Fribourg by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bern to Fribourg is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Bern to Fribourg

Travel to Fribourg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bern to Fribourg.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bern and Fribourg including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Fribourg is a train with an average price of €15.
The fastest way to travel from Bern to Fribourg is by train with an average journey time of 57m.
The distance from Bern to Fribourg is approximately 17 miles (28 km).
The average frequency per day from Bern to Fribourg is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bern and Fribourg as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bern to Fribourg:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bern Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Fribourg.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bern to Fribourg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SBB to go to Fribourg by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bern to Fribourg:
  • 8 direct trains per day with SBB.
Omio customers who travel from Bern to Fribourg often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Geneva, Milan, Zurich, Lyon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Fribourg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Fribourg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Fribourg, allowing time to visit its historic old town, museums, and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.

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