How to travel from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau

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

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, while a train costs an average of $74.

Distance: 177 miles (286 km)

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$38

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$74

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$68

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4h 55m

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4h 25m

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4h 22m

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The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $35.

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

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $59.

A bus is $1138 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $1173.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 46m.

Flight takes on average 10h 10m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $59 compared to roughly $68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9. The journey takes 4h 15m versus 4h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM4h25
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    3:35 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM4h25
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    3:35 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM4h25
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    3:35 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 2168 · ICE 101
    5:35 AM4h28
    Nuremberg Hbf
    10:03 AMFreiburg Hbf
    $501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnIC 2166 · ICE 103
    7:37 AM4h26
    Nuremberg Hbf
    12:03 PMFreiburg Hbf
    $551One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 728 · ICE 71
    8:00 AM4h31
    Nuremberg Hbf
    12:31 PMFreiburg Hbf
    $681One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:20 AM4h25
    Nürnberg, ZOB
    5:45 AMFreiburg, ZOB
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau.

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There are 3 options to travel between Nuremberg and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $38.

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

A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $59.

A bus is $1135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $1173.

The fastest way to travel from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train with an average journey time of 4h 45m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 55m.

Flight takes on average 10h 10m.

The distance from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau is approximately 177 miles (286 km).
The average frequency per day from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nuremberg and Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nuremberg Albrecht Dürer Airport and arrive in Strasbourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nuremberg Hbf and arrive in Freiburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Nürnberg, ZOB and arrive in Freiburg, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Nuremberg 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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