- Must visit
Augustinermuseum
Museum of cultural history in a former monastery, showing works by Hans Baldung Grien and objects from Freiburg and the Upper Rhine region.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£9
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£9
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
2 h 43 m
Buses on 13 Oct
2
Distance
87 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Fast coaches
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 2 buses from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus21:252h50Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)0:15Freiburg, ZOB£91One-way0 changes- FlixBus20:252h35Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)23:00Freiburg, ZOB£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:252h35Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)23:00Freiburg, ZOB£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:252h50Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)0:15Freiburg, ZOB£91One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau
Switzerland
Germany
Buses from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:44. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 2h 20m.
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
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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
Live departures
Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 17:25 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2h30 | 19:55 Freiburg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:25 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2h35 | 23:00 Freiburg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:25 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 2h50 | 0:15 Freiburg, ZOB | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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FlixBus as well as Union Ivkoni International offer coaches services from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau.
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Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International from Zurich to Freiburg im BreisgauYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£5
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Union Ivkoni International
About
Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Union Ivkoni International Duration
2h 20m
Cheapest Union Ivkoni International Price
£7
Union Ivkoni International frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Complete guide to Freiburg im Breisgau
Things to do in Freiburg im Breisgau
Discover the best of Freiburg im Breisgau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Freiburg im Breisgau trip today.
- Recommended
Museum Natur und Mensch
Natural history museum with geology, minerals, fossils and regional wildlife displays. A good choice for families and science-minded visitors.
- Recommended
Museum für Stadtgeschichte
City museum covering Freiburg’s urban history, everyday life and development through models, objects and changing exhibitions in a historic house.
- Must visit
Altstadt
Freiburg’s compact old town is ideal for walking, with cobbled lanes, canals, historic façades and easy access to the main sights and shops.
- Must visit
Münsterplatz
Main square beside the cathedral, famous for its daily market and grand historic buildings. It is one of the city’s most atmospheric gathering places.
- Recommended
Schlossberg
Wooded hill above Freiburg with walking paths, terraces and broad viewpoints. It is a favourite local escape close to the centre.
Badische Vesper
A hearty Black Forest platter of smoked ham, sausages, liver sausage and bread. It reflects the region’s farmhouse curing and charcuterie traditions.
Flädlesuppe
Thin pancakes sliced into strips and served in clear beef broth. A classic Baden and Swabian comfort soup often eaten as a starter.
- Vegetarian
Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte
A rich gateau of chocolate sponge, cherries, kirsch and whipped cream. It is the Black Forest’s most famous sweet speciality.
Hausbrauerei Feierling
Historic city-centre beer hall known for Baden dishes, house beer and a lively traditional atmosphere.
Zum Roten Bären
Well-known traditional restaurant serving regional Baden cuisine in a cosy, old-town setting near the Münster.
Jos Fritz Cafe
Casual local favourite for Flammkuchen with varied toppings, plus wine and beer, in a relaxed old-town atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transport is good value and budget food is easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
VAG mobil
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.10
- Day pass
- €7.20
To the city centre
Freiburg Hauptbahnhof -> Bertoldsbrunnen, Freiburg im Breisgau
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 9 min
- All VAG trams have ticket machines on board. Day tickets and single tickets are also sold in the VAG mobil app.
- Contactless payment on vehicles could not be confirmed from the official sources checked. Buy before boarding where possible or use the app.
FAQs: Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau by coach. 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 coach, 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau is 2h 20m to travel the 87 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau leaves at 23:44.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau, you can count on FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International for the best way to get you to Freiburg im Breisgau. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Zurich and Freiburg im Breisgau and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Zurich , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof), Zug, Chollermüli . When arriving in Freiburg im Breisgau , you can end your route in coach stations like Freiburg, ZOB, Freiburg, Hornusstrasse.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Freiburg, ZOB, located 0 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zurich and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a train and coach.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau for coach company FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau depends on the coach companies:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau with the following coach company: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau with the following coach company: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau with the following coach company: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Freiburg im Breisgau
Most Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau buses use the Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) to Freiburg, ZOB station pair, with some services arriving at Freiburg, Hornusstrasse. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Freiburg im Breisgau bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Zurich
Arrival bus stations in Freiburg im Breisgau
Which Zurich station do buses to Freiburg im Breisgau leave from?
Buses from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau leave from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai). The station is 2 km from Zurich city centre at Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland.
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai)Sihlquai, 8005 Zurich, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) from Zurich city centre
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) bus station facilities and services
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)Zürich Flughafen, 8302 Kloten, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) from Zurich city centre
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Train75 · 10m · £4 · every ~2 min
S2, S24, Ic5, Ir36, Ir75, Ir13, Ic81, Ic1, Ic8, S, Ir, N1, Ext · 12m · £4 · every ~22 min
S7, S16 · 18m · £4 · every ~5 min
BusN10 · 27m · £5
Tram10 · 30m · £3 · every ~14 min
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) bus station facilities and services
Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several fast-food and cafe options available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof). ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Which Freiburg im Breisgau station do buses from Zurich arrive at?
Buses from Zurich to Freiburg im Breisgau most often arrive at Freiburg, ZOB. Some services arrive at Freiburg, Hornusstrasse, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Freiburg im Breisgau arrival station.
Freiburg, ZOBBismarckallee 1, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Freiburg, ZOB from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Bus27 · 6m
TramSc, 4, 3, 2, 1 · 3m · every ~59 min
Freiburg, ZOB bus station facilities and services
Freiburg, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café im Bahnhof (in the station), Burger King (in the station), BackWerk (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freiburg, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
Freiburg, HornusstrasseFreiburg Hornusstrasse, Hornusstraße 16, 79108
City-centre transport
Getting to Freiburg, Hornusstrasse from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
BusX1, 510 · 12m · £2
15 · 16m
Tram3 · 7m · every ~15 min
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