How to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, while a flight costs an average of $530.

Distance: 252 miles (406 km)

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$90

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$56

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$530

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$118

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5h 51m

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5h 21m

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9h 53m

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4h 46m

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2h 46m

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5h 40m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.2 - 2.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels

Compare the available ways to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $56 (€47).

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels:

A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels costing on average $90 (€76).

A bus is $474 (€398) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels costing on average $530 (€445).

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 51m.

Bus takes on average 9h 53m.

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

The journey is about 19m faster (5h 21m by train vs 5h 40m by car) and roughly $29 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($90 (€76) vs $118 (€99)). 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels

How to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2730
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 74 · ICE 1010 · ICE 926 · ICE 310
    4 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 372 · ICE 124 · ICE 310 · IC 3637
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 200 · ICE 314
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA755 · BA392
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA755 · BA394
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA763 · BA386
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels

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There are 3 options to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Brussels including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $56 (€47).

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels:

A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels costing on average $90 (€76).

A bus is $474 (€398) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels costing on average $530 (€445).

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 46m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 51m.

Bus takes on average 9h 53m.

The distance from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels is approximately 252 miles (406 km).
The average frequency per day from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels is:
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Freiburg Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Freiburg, ZOB and arrive in Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Brussels by bus.
  • Travel with Brussels Airlines, KLM, Vueling, British Airways, Swiss, KLM Cityhopper, Austrian Airlines, Qatar Airways, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, CitizenPlane, BA Cityflyer, Air France, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Edelweiss Air to go to Brussels by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, CitizenPlane, Edelweiss Air.
Omio customers who travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brussels to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Brussels, explore the vibrant Marolles district with its antique shops and street art, and enjoy a stroll through Parc du Cinquantenaire with its impressive arches and museums. Sample Belgian chocolates at the city's renowned chocolatiers, and experience the lively Saint-Géry district's trendy bars and cafes. Attend a performance at the historic La Monnaie opera house. Don't miss top sights like the opulent Grand Place, Atomium for panoramic views, the iconic Manneken Pis statue, the Royal Palace of Brussels, and the Magritte Museum.
For a fulfilling experience in Brussels, plan on spending 2 to 3 days to explore key attractions such as the Grand Place, Atomium, and various museums, as well as to enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.

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