How to travel from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau

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

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. 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 $31, while a train costs an average of $73.

Distance: 172 miles (277 km)

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$31

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$73

Average price

$59

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4h 54m

Average total duration

4h 24m

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4h 49m

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4h 19m

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4h 35m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $31.

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

A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $73.

A bus is $343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $374.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 54m.

Flight takes on average 12h 24m.

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

You'll arrive about 11m sooner (4h 24m by bus vs 4h 35m by car) and save roughly $29 compared to fuel and tolls ($31 vs $59). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

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from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:20 AM6h20
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    1:40 PMFreiburg, ZOB
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:20 AM6h20
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    1:40 PMFreiburg, ZOB
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • VoloteaV72785
    10:25 AM1h15
    Munich Airport
    11:40 AMStrasbourg Airport
    $821One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1068 · ICE 275
    4:59 AM4h02
    Munich Hbf
    9:01 AMFreiburg Hbf
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 514 · ICE 201
    3:28 PM4h35
    Munich Hbf
    8:03 PMFreiburg Hbf
    $511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 266 · ICE 377
    4:58 PM4h03
    Munich Hbf
    9:01 PMFreiburg Hbf
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:05 PM4h50
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    9:55 PMFreiburg, ZOB
    $261One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:50 AM4h50
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    12:40 PMFreiburg, ZOB
    $261One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:30 PM4h50
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    7:20 PMFreiburg, ZOB
    $261One-way
    0 transfers
  • British AirwaysBA935 · BA764
    5:00 PM5h50
    Munich Airport
    10:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $9051One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA927 · BA762
    10:55 AM7h55
    Munich Airport
    6:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $10821One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Munich 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 Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau.

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There are 3 options to travel between Munich and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $31.

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

A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $73.

A bus is $343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $374.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 54m.

Flight takes on average 12h 24m.

The distance from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau is approximately 172 miles (277 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Munich 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 Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Munich Hbf and arrive in Freiburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) and arrive in Freiburg, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Munich to Freiburg im Breisgau with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Munich 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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