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Gallerie dell'Accademia
A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£105
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£135
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
6 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
7 h 40 m
Trains on 05 Sept
7
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
To travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 173+
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549
EuroCity 151+
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3547
EuroCity 65+
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523
EuroCity 63+
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
EuroCity 65+
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
EuroCity 63+
FRECCIAROSSA 9737
EuroCity 61+
FRECCIAROSSA 9723
EuroCity 65+
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523
EuroCity 63+
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £111.
Distance: 444 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£100 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £96 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 14m Average total duration 10h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice:
A coach is £46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice costing on average £100.
A coach is £57 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice costing on average £111.
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 25m.
Coach takes on average 10h 44m.
Tickets start at around £100 compared to roughly £96 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.84. The journey takes 7h 25m versus 7h 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.
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 151+ Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3547 | 11:07 Basel SBB | 8h43 | 19:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 11:07 Basel SBB | 8h05 | 19:12 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
EuroCity 65+ Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 12:30 Basel SBB | 8h20 | 20:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 65+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 12:30 Basel SBB | 6h58 | 19:28 Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
EuroCity 173+ FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 15:04 Basel SBB | 8h13 | 23:17 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
EuroCity 173+ Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549 | 15:04 Basel SBB | 8h46 | 23:50 Venice Santa Lucia | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
EuroCity 61+ FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 6:30 Basel SBB | 7h42 | 14:12 Venice Santa Lucia | 1 change | |
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Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £34 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 444 km distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 444 km |
Average train duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 50m |
First train 4:51 |
Last train 19:30 |
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A major art museum in a grand canal-side palace, known for Venetian masters including Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto and Carpaccio.
This museum displays Peggy Guggenheim’s modern art collection, with works by Picasso, Pollock and Kandinsky in her former home.
A restored customs house at Punta della Dogana presenting contemporary art exhibitions in a dramatic waterside setting.
Venice’s principal square is framed by arcades, monumental buildings and landmark views, making it the city’s ceremonial and social heart.
A small island famed for colourful houses and peaceful canals, popular for photography and a slower pace beyond central Venice.
This lively district offers bars, canals, artisan corners and a more local rhythm, especially around Campo Santa Margherita and its side streets.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil, traditionally served on grilled polenta. A Venetian bacari staple linked to the city’s historic trade routes.
Sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts and raisins. This sweet-sour lagoon dish reflects Venice’s long tradition of preserving fish.
Small Venetian tapas served in bàcari, from crostini to seafood bites. They are central to local social eating and aperitivo culture.
Refined restaurant serving seasonal Venetian cuisine with a modern touch. Elegant but relaxed, with strong attention to lagoon ingredients.
Historic, lively bàcaro known for classic cicchetti and sandwiches. Expect a bustling, standing-room atmosphere near the Rialto market.
Well-known fine-dining restaurant with a creative tasting menu rooted in Venetian flavours. Intimate setting focused on seafood and local produce.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in the centre and vaporetto fares adding up for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% in restaurants only for notably good service.
Official public transport app
Venezia Santa Lucia -> Piazza San Marco, Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Freiburg im Breisgau to Venice trains use the Basel SBB to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Freiburg im Breisgau and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Cafe Einstein, Pizzaria Picasso, Babeuf, Café Hermann
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. ATMs are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Information desks are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Minerva, Hotel Barbara, Parkhotel Post, Hotel Oberkirch.
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Venezia Porto Marghera is 6 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Porto Marghera has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Porto Marghera.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Porto Marghera. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera, Hotel Lugano Torretta, Hotel Mondial.
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