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The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau
Showing times and prices for Apr 06
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
238 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau without transferring at least 2 times.
IR 1823 · IC 527 · IC 976 · ICE 1022:05 PM3h47Geneva station5:52 PMFreiburg Hbf$781One-way3 transfers- IR 2525 · IC 976 · ICE 1021:54 PM3h58Geneva station5:52 PMFreiburg Hbf$781One-way2 transfers
- IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 27810:54 AM3h58Geneva station2:52 PMFreiburg Hbf$841One-way2 transfers
- IR 1811 · IC 515 · IC 964 · ICE 1088:05 AM3h47Geneva station11:52 AMFreiburg Hbf$841One-way3 transfers
- IR 1817 · IC 521 · IC 970 · ICE 27811:05 AM3h47Geneva station2:52 PMFreiburg Hbf$841One-way3 transfers
- IR 1823 · IC 527 · IC 976 · ICE 1022:05 PM3h47Geneva station5:52 PMFreiburg Hbf$781One-way3 transfers
- IR 1811 · IC 515 · IC 964 · ICE 1088:05 AM3h47Geneva station11:52 AMFreiburg Hbf$841One-way3 transfers
- IR 1817 · IC 521 · IC 970 · ICE 27811:05 AM3h47Geneva station2:52 PMFreiburg Hbf$841One-way3 transfers
- IR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 10610:05 AM3h47Geneva station1:52 PMFreiburg Hbf$941One-way2 transfers
- IR 1819 · IC 523 · IC 972 · ICE 10412:05 PM3h47Geneva station3:52 PMFreiburg Hbf$941One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$67 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 731 · IC 632+ S6+17196 | 3:31 PM Geneva station | 4h47 | 8:18 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 733 · IC 634+S6+17136 | 4:35 PM Geneva station | 4h43 | 9:18 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, April 6 | |||||
| IR 1811 · IC 515 · IC 964 · ICE 108 | On time 6:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 9:52 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 713 · EC 60+S6+17016 | 6:35 AM Geneva station | 4h05 | 10:40 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IR 2515 · IC 966 · ICE 370 | On time 6:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 10:52 AM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IR 1813 · IC 517 · IC 966 · ICE 370 | On time 7:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 10:52 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 905 · IC 616+S6+5332 | 7:35 AM Geneva station | 4h09 | 11:44 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IR 2517 · ICE 106 | On time 7:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 11:52 AM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 1815 · IC 519 · ICE 106 | On time 8:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 11:52 AM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 717 · IC 618+S6+17020 | 8:35 AM Geneva station | 4h05 | 12:40 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 717 · ICE 104 | On time 8:35 AM Geneva station | 5h17 | 1:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 2519 · IC 970 · ICE 278 | On time 8:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 12:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IR 1817 · IC 521 · IC 970 · ICE 278 | On time 9:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 12:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 907 · IC 620+S6+17022 | 9:35 AM Geneva station | 4h09 | 1:44 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IR 2521 · IC 972 · ICE 104 | On time 9:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 1:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IR 1819 · IC 523 · IC 972 · ICE 104 | On time 10:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 1:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 721 · IC 622+S6+17024 | 10:35 AM Geneva station | 4h05 | 2:40 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IR 2523 · ICE 276 | On time 10:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 2:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IR 1821 · IC 525 · ICE 276 | On time 11:05 AM Geneva station | 3h47 | 2:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 909 · IC 624+S6+5334 | 11:35 AM Geneva station | 4h10 | 3:45 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IR 2525 · IC 976 · ICE 102 | 11:54 AM Geneva station | 3h58 | 3:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IR 1823 · IC 527 · IC 976 · ICE 102 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 3h47 | 3:52 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 725 · IC 626+S6+17026 | 12:35 PM Geneva station | 4h05 | 4:40 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Deutsche Bahn as well as Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) offer trains services from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau
Switzerland
Germany
Trains from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $20 (€16)
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $20 (€16)
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau trainsDeutsche Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Freiburg im Breisgau from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 41m
Cheapest Price
$47 (€38)
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 47m
Cheapest Price
$177 (€144)
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Freiburg im Breisgau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $47 (€38), while the average price is around $67 (€55).
The train from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau takes 3h 17m and runs 8 per day.
The first train from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau leaves at 12:03 AM.
The distance by train from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau is 147 miles (238 km).
The last train from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau leaves at 11:58 PM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau.
The train station in Geneva that goes to Freiburg im Breisgau is Geneva station, which connects to Freiburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau is by bus, with a cost of around $20 (€16).
Yes, the train journey from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau is scenic, offering views of the Swiss countryside, picturesque vineyards, and the rolling hills of the Jura Mountains.
A day trip from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau is not feasible due to the travel duration of 3h 17m. However, there are 8 train trips available per day. The distance between the two cities is 147 miles (238 km).
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.
Yes, you can take the train from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau
Geneva
Freiburg im Breisgau
The major train station for departures in Geneva is Genève. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Genève for your trip from Geneva to Freiburg im Breisgau.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
Dining
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
Shower
- Cost CHF 10
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 532 places
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
Public transit options for Genève
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
4 kmNumber of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
Dining
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 2
Hotel
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 190 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
Public transit options for Genève-Aéroport
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
Genève, Cornavin
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalThe major train station for arrivals in Freiburg im Breisgau is Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf for your journey to Freiburg im Breisgau from Geneva.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockers
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:30 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:30 - 20:00
Dining
- Cafe Einstein
- Pizzaria Picasso
- Babeuf
- Café Hermann
Hotel
- Hotel Minerva
- Hotel Barbara
- Parkhotel Post
- Hotel Oberkirch
Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB
Amenities at train station
Accessibilityinformation
Freiburg-Littenweiler
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- Pizza Boxx
- Heitzmann
- Lindenmatte
- La Playa Tapas Bar
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