The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
6 h 22 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
452 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent 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 Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ghent 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 452 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 22 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.
8:416h22Ghent15:03Freiburg im Breisgau£941One-way0 changes
8:416h22Ghent15:03Freiburg im Breisgau£941One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £81.
Distance: 452 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£142 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £193 Average Price |
6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 19m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau train times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:41 Ghent | 6h22 | 15:03 Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau
Trains from Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 452 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 452 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 21:35 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, SNCB from Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau trainsDeutsche Bahn, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Freiburg im Breisgau from £41. 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.
SNCB
FAQs: Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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 Ghent and Freiburg im Breisgau
Most Ghent to Freiburg im Breisgau trains use the Gent St Pieters to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Freiburg im Breisgau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ghent station do trains to Freiburg im Breisgau leave from?
Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters train station facilities and services
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Getting to Gent-Dampoort from Ghent city centre
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort train station facilities and services
Gent-Dampoort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
Which Freiburg im Breisgau station do trains from Ghent 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.
Most popular train connections from Ghent
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