How to travel from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau

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Compare bus and train for Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe 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 train which can get you there in 1h 8m. 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 $9.

Distance: 73 miles (119 km)

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$21

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$16

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$26

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1h 38m

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1h 8m

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2h 3m

Average total duration

1h 33m

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1h 30m

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The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

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

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $21 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train with an average journey time of 1h 8m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Karlsruhe and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users.

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from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    3:29 PM1h08
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    4:37 PMFreiburg , Hauptbhf/ZOB
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain
    3:29 PM1h08
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    4:37 PMFreiburg , Hauptbhf/ZOB
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 275
    8:01 AM1h00
    Karlsruhe
    9:01 AMFreiburg Hbf
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 101
    9:01 AM1h02
    Karlsruhe
    10:03 AMFreiburg Hbf
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnECE 151
    9:11 AM1h02
    Karlsruhe
    10:13 AMFreiburg Hbf
    $341One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4717 · 4749
    8:10 AM1h29
    Karlsruhe
    9:39 AMFreiburg Hbf
    $341One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:15 AM1h50
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    7:05 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 PM1h30
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    11:35 PMFreiburg, ZOB
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:05 AM1h40
    Karlsruhe Hbf
    12:45 PMFreiburg, ZOB
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau.

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There are 2 options to travel between Karlsruhe and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

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

A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $21 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train with an average journey time of 1h 8m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 33m.

The distance from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau is approximately 73 miles (119 km).
The average frequency per day from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Karlsruhe and Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau:
  • Trains mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Freiburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Freiburg, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Karlsruhe 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, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Karlsruhe to Freiburg im Breisgau with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 6 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Omio customers who travel from Karlsruhe 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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