How to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich

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Compare bus and train for Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč267 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč267, while a train costs an average of Kč881.

Distance: 54 miles (87 km)

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Kč881

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Kč267

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Kč1717

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2h 23m

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1h 53m

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2h 53m

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2h 23m

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2h 3m

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Deutsche Bahn

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The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich is a bus with an average price of Kč267.

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

A bus is Kč614 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich costing on average Kč881.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 2h 23m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Zurich including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 10m faster (1h 53m by train vs 2h 3m by car) and roughly Kč836 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (Kč881 vs Kč1717). 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 Zurich

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM2h30
    Freiburg, ZOB
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    2711One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM2h30
    Freiburg, ZOB
    9:45 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    2711One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnECE 151
    10:15 AM1h45
    Freiburg Hbf
    12:00 PMZurich HB
    14501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 71+TGVTGV 9211
    12:34 PM1h52
    Freiburg Hbf
    2:26 PMZurich HB
    6211One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 279 · IC 775
    1:04 PM1h56
    Freiburg Hbf
    3:00 PMZurich HB
    6211One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 105
    2:06 PM1h54
    Freiburg Hbf
    4:00 PMZurich HB
    7511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:50 AM2h50
    Freiburg, ZOB
    8:40 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    2711One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:35 AM2h25
    Freiburg, ZOB
    8:00 AMKloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)
    2841One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich

Travel to Zurich 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Zurich including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich is a bus with an average price of Kč267.

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

A bus is Kč614 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich costing on average Kč881.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich is by train with an average journey time of 2h 23m.

Other travel options to Zurich take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 53m.

The distance from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich is approximately 54 miles (87 km).
The average frequency per day from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Freiburg im Breisgau and Zurich 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich:
  • Trains mostly depart from Freiburg Hbf and arrive in Zurich HB.
  • Buses mostly depart from Freiburg, ZOB and arrive in Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, TGV, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Zurich by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International to go to Zurich by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Zurich often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Munich, Vienna, Lucerne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Zurich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Zurich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Zurich, you can hike or take a train to Uetliberg Mountain for panoramic views of the city and Alps, shop along the exclusive Bahnhofstrasse, explore diverse wildlife at Zurich Zoo, and enjoy performances at the Opera House. Wander through the Botanical Garden, offering a variety of plant species. Visit Lake Zurich for scenic views and recreational activities, explore the historic Old Town with its medieval buildings, and admire artworks at Kunsthaus Zurich. Discover Swiss cultural history at the Swiss National Museum and enjoy a peaceful moment at Lindenhof with views over the city.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Zurich's main attractions, including the Old Town, Lake Zurich, museums, and nearby Uetliberg Mountain.
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