The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
367 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 5 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Freiburg im Breisgau every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 367 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.
ICE 1038:273h36Düsseldorf Hbf12:03Freiburg Hbf£691One-way0 changes
ICE 915 · ICE 719:063h25Düsseldorf Hbf12:31Freiburg Hbf£691One-way1 change
ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 59:265h05Düsseldorf Hbf14:31Freiburg Hbf£721One-way2 changes
ICE 103 · IC 2040 · ICE 2798:274h34Düsseldorf Hbf13:01Freiburg Hbf£721One-way2 changes
ICE 27 · ICE 515 · ICE 2799:263h35Düsseldorf Hbf13:01Freiburg Hbf£901One-way2 changes
ICE 915 · ICE 719:063h25Düsseldorf Hbf12:31Freiburg Hbf£691One-way1 change
ICE 27 · ICE 515 · ICE 2799:263h35Düsseldorf Hbf13:01Freiburg Hbf£901One-way2 changes
ICE 1038:273h36Düsseldorf Hbf12:03Freiburg Hbf£691One-way0 changes
ICE 103 · IC 2040 · ICE 2798:274h34Düsseldorf Hbf13:01Freiburg Hbf£721One-way2 changes
ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 59:265h05Düsseldorf Hbf14:31Freiburg Hbf£721One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 367 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£80 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £131 Average Price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 103 | On time 8:27 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h36 | 12:03 Freiburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 103 · IC 2040 · ICE 279 | On time 8:27 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4h34 | 13:01 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 915 · ICE 71 | On time 9:06 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h25 | 12:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5 | On time 9:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5h05 | 14:31 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 27 · ICE 515 · ICE 279 | On time 9:26 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3h35 | 13:01 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau
Trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 367 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 367 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:48 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau trainsDeutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Freiburg im Breisgau from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
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.
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.
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.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Freiburg im Breisgau
Most Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Mulhouse-Ville. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Freiburg im Breisgau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Freiburg im Breisgau leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Getting to Düsseldorf-Bilk from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf-Bilk is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Bilk train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf-Bilk has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Zur Pfeffermühle, Pizzeria Da Gino, Rohbau, Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City, Günnewig Hotel Esplanade, Novum Hotel Flora, Hotel Niku.
Which Freiburg im Breisgau station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf train station facilities and services
Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
Getting to Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB train station facilities and services
Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB.
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