How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a flight costs an average of $552.

Distance: 150 miles (243 km)

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$31

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$552

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3h 15m

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2h 45m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $25.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau:

A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $31.

A bus is $527 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $552.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 15m.

Bus takes on average 3h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 19m faster (2h 45m by train vs 3h 4m by car) and roughly $20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($31 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 Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:45 AM4h20
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    7:05 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:45 AM4h20
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    7:05 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:05 PM3h25
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    2:30 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $671One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:45 AM4h10
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    4:55 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $391One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 AM3h50
    Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)
    4:55 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:20 PM4h00
    Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)
    1:20 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $441One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA905 · BA764
    2:30 PM8h20
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $8301One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau

Travel to Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau.

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There are 3 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $25.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau:

A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $31.

A bus is $527 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $552.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 15m.

Bus takes on average 3h 25m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau is approximately 150 miles (243 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Freiburg im Breisgau as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt Airport long-distance station and arrive in Freiburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Freiburg, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, TGV, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by train.
  • Travel with Edelweiss Air to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 8 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
  • 0 direct flights per day with Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Freiburg im Breisgau often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Berlin, Basel, Strasbourg, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Freiburg im Breisgau and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Freiburg im Breisgau to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Freiburg im Breisgau, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Visit Seepark for leisure activities around a lake and Japanese garden, or explore the vibrant market at Münsterplatz for fresh produce and crafts. Take a guided walking tour of the historic old town, or relax at the Freiburg Botanical Garden. For breathtaking views, don't miss the Freiburg Minster with its Gothic architecture and 116-meter-high tower, or hike up Schlossberg. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Augustiner Museum's medieval and Baroque collections. Finally, explore Schwabentor, one of the city's remaining medieval gates, for a glimpse into Freiburg's history.
Two to three days are ideal for exploring Freiburg im Breisgau, allowing you to enjoy its historic old town, the Black Forest, and local attractions like the Freiburg Minster.
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