How to travel from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau

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Compare train and bus for Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 29m. 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 $47, while a train costs an average of $70.

Distance: 241 miles (388 km)

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Driving

$70

Average price

$47

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Cheapest

$61

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 59m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 36m

Average total duration

7h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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

The cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $47.

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

A bus is $23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $70.

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train with an average journey time of 6h 29m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Salzburg and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Salzburg 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 $70 compared to roughly $61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.63. The journey takes 5h 59m versus 5h 24m 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 Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    6:45 AM11h20
    Salzburg
    6:05 PMFreiburg im Breisgau
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    6:45 AM11h20
    Salzburg
    6:05 PMFreiburg im Breisgau
    $381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:05 AM8h30
    Salzburg
    12:35 PMFreiburg im Breisgau
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    3:50 AM11h47
    Salzburg
    3:37 PMFreiburg im Breisgau
    $471One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    2:50 AM11h47
    Salzburg
    2:37 PMFreiburg im Breisgau
    $511One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau.

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There are 2 options to travel between Salzburg and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau is a bus with an average price of $47.

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

A bus is $23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau costing on average $70.

The fastest way to travel from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau is by train with an average journey time of 6h 29m.

Other travel options to Freiburg im Breisgau take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 36m.

The distance from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau is approximately 241 miles (388 km).
The average frequency per day from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau:
  • Flights mostly depart from Salzburg Airport and arrive in Strasbourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Salzburg Hbf and arrive in Freiburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Salzburg, P+R Süd and arrive in Freiburg, ZOB.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh to go to Freiburg im Breisgau by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Salzburg to Freiburg im Breisgau:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Salzburg 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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