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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Fribourg
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
5 h 52 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
460 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Fribourg will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Cologne for Fribourg every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 460 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 54 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.
06:555h52
Cologne12:47Fribourg
£551One-way
0 changes
06:536h54
Cologne13:47Fribourg
£761One-way
0 changes
12:536h33
Cologne19:26Fribourg
£1511One-way
0 changes
06:555h52
Cologne12:47Fribourg
£551One-way
0 changes
12:536h33
Cologne19:26Fribourg
£1511One-way
0 changes
06:536h54
Cologne13:47Fribourg
£761One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Fribourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 460 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£93 Average Price | £144 Average Price | £63 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 40m Average total duration 17h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Fribourg train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 20:03
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:53 Cologne | 6h54 | 13:47 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:55 Cologne | 5h52 | 12:47 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:53 Cologne | 6h33 | 19:26 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Advantages
ComfortableCleanWell maintainedDisadvantages
PriceI travelled with my son from Cologne to Freiburg because he has a rare disease that prevents his bones from growing. We have to go to Freiburg regularly and so we did on this day in September. Everything went smoothly, the train arrived on time and there were no disruptions or delays during the journey. The train was clean and well maintained, the seats, the corridors and the sanitary facilities were in excellent condition. We had to change trains once. The wifi on board also worked really well, so I have nothing to criticise. The price could perhaps be reduced a little.
Advantages
No carMore environmentally friendlyDisadvantages
PriceI was very satisfied with the train from Cologne to Freiburg. The cleanliness was good. Thanks to the seat reservation, I had no problem finding a seat. Fortunately, it wasn't very loud, so I was able to study well. The conductor was nice. It's a great alternative to travelling by car as it's more environmentally friendly. I don't use any petrol and I can concentrate on studying the whole time. The only negative point is that I have to pay a lot for such a ticket and it doesn't tend to be worth it.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Fribourg
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Cologne to Fribourg run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
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
Coach from £43
Distance 460 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 28m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 23:34 |
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
Coach from £43
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Fribourg trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Fribourg from £43. 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
5h 28m
Cheapest Price
£38
Deutsche Bahn frequency
9 a day
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
FAQs: Cologne to Fribourg train
FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne to Fribourg 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 Cologne to Fribourg.
The train distance from Cologne to Fribourg is 460 km.
To get from Cologne to Fribourg, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The train journey from Cologne to Fribourg covers a distance of 460 km and takes approximately 5h 28m. Trains run 9 per day.
Booking trains from Cologne to Fribourg in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne to Fribourg can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £93.
The first train from Cologne to Fribourg leaves at 0:26.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Fribourg is by coach, costing approximately £43.
The last train from Cologne to Fribourg departs at 23:34.
Trains from Cologne to Fribourg run approximately 9 times per day.
The train station in Cologne that goes to Fribourg is Cologne Hbf, and it arrives at Fribourg.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne to Fribourg.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne to Fribourg.
There is no night train service from Cologne to Fribourg.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Fribourg
Cologne
Fribourg
The major train station for departures in Cologne is Köln Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Köln Hbf for your trip from Cologne to Fribourg.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Köln-Ehrenfeld
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Distance to city center
3 kmDining
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
Hotel
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
Köln/Bonn Flughafen
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
- Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
Distance to city center
13 kmDining
- Café Bistro Leysieffer
- Mishba
- Ständige Vertretung
- Kamps
Köln Messe/Deutz
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
Hotel
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
The major train station for arrivals in Fribourg is Fribourg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Fribourg for your journey to Fribourg from Cologne.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Avenue de la Gare.
Dining
- Restaurant Le Pérolles
- Café du Midi
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- CHF 1
Hotel
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel de la Rose
- NH Fribourg Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 105 places, covered
Car Rental
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to major Swiss cities and regional destinations
Public transport options for Fribourg
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
Fribourg, Gare routiere
Amenities at train station
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