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- Quiet zone
- WC
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 46 m
Trains on 18 Sept
36
Distance
168 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Fast trains
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 36 trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 48 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.
IC 604715:341h46Heidelberg Hbf7:20Freiburg Hbf£61One-way0 changes- ICE 698 · IC 604032:023h24Heidelberg Hbf5:26Freiburg Hbf£131One-way1 change
- 16003 · IC 604084:201h57Heidelberg Hbf6:17Freiburg Hbf£161One-way1 change
- 15961 · ICE 2715:101h51Heidelberg Hbf7:01Freiburg Hbf£161One-way1 change
- S1 · ICE 379 · 1713921:132h23Heidelberg Hbf23:36Freiburg Hbf£161One-way2 changes
- ICE 710 · ICE 37315:201h41Heidelberg Hbf17:01Freiburg Hbf£311One-way1 change
- IC 604715:341h46Heidelberg Hbf7:20Freiburg Hbf£61One-way0 changes
- ICE 1573 · ICE 7110:431h48Heidelberg Hbf12:31Freiburg Hbf£221One-way1 change
- S3 · ICE 2779:131h48Heidelberg Hbf11:01Freiburg Hbf£491One-way1 change
- S3 · ICE 2757:131h48Heidelberg Hbf9:01Freiburg Hbf£361One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 168 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf is a coach with an average price of £16.
This is compared to other travel options from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf:
A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf costing on average £40.
The fastest way to travel from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.
Other travel options to Freiburg Hbf take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 40m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Heidelberg Hbf and Freiburg Hbf including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 45m by train vs 1h 50m by car). Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 698 · IC 60403 | Delayed 0:02 2:02Heidelberg Hbf | 3h24 | 3:26 3:26Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 15961 · ICE 271 | On time 5:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 7:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 15963 · ICE 273 | Delayed 6:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 6:01 6:01Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 15963 · ICE 273 | Delayed 6:10 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h51 | 6:01 6:01Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 275 | On time 7:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 9:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 15965 · 4717 · 4749 | 7:22 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h17 | 9:39 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| 15965 · 4717 · 4749 | 7:22 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h17 | 9:39 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S3 · ICE 101 | On time 8:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h50 | 10:03 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| IC 2049 · ECE 151 | On time 8:24 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h49 | 10:13 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 277 | On time 9:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 11:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 103 | On time 10:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h50 | 12:03 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 71 | On time 10:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h58 | 12:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 279 | On time 11:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 13:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 105 | On time 12:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 14:05 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 795 · ECE 5 | On time 12:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 14:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 371 | On time 13:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 15:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · 4729 · 17123 | 13:18 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h38 | 15:56 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| S3 · ICE 107 | On time 14:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 16:05 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 73 | On time 14:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h58 | 16:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 710 · ICE 373 | On time 15:20 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h41 | 17:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 4131 · ICE 109 | On time 16:21 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h44 | 18:05 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 799 · ICE 7 | On time 16:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 18:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 375 | On time 17:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 19:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 1064 | On time 17:18 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h12 | 19:30 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 201 | On time 18:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h52 | 20:05 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S2 · ICE 75 | On time 18:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h58 | 20:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 377 | On time 19:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 21:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S3 · ICE 203 | On time 20:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h53 | 22:06 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S33 · ECE 9 | On time 20:33 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h58 | 22:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| S1 · ICE 379 | 21:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h48 | 23:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 15997 · 17031 | 22:16 Heidelberg Hbf | 2h34 | 0:50 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| ICE 77 | On time 23:08 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h50 | 0:58 Freiburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| S3 · ICE 677 · 17033 · 17001 | 23:14 Heidelberg Hbf | 6h08 | 5:22 Freiburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| ICE 698 · IC 60403 | 2:02 Heidelberg Hbf | 3h24 | 5:26 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| 16003 · IC 60408 | 4:20 Heidelberg Hbf | 1h57 | 6:17 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf
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Trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:34, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 1h 34m.
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 £9
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 3:34 |
Last train 13:20 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 £9
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Heidelberg Hbf and Freiburg Hbf from £9. 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 Deutsche Bahn Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£13
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 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
What's included in each class
Compare Deutsche Bahn classes and the amenities included in each one.
2nd Class
- Power plugs
- WC
FAQs: Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £40.
The train journey from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf covers a distance of 168 km and takes approximately 1h 34m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf is 168 km.
The first train from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf leaves at 3:34.
The last train from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf departs at 13:20.
Trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf run approximately 7 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf.
To get from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf.
The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg (Breisgau) Hbf offers scenic views, particularly as it traverses the picturesque landscapes of the Rhine Valley, passing through charming towns and lush vineyards.
Yes, a day trip is feasible with a journey time of 1h 34m and a distance of 168 km. There are 7 train options available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Heidelberg Hbf and Freiburg Hbf
Most Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg Hbf trains use the Heidelberg Hbf to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Heidelberg Hbf and Freiburg Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Heidelberg
Arrival train stations in Freiburg im Breisgau
Heidelberg HbfHeidelberg Hbf, Willy-Brandt-Platz 5, 69115 Heidelberg
City-centre transport
Getting to Heidelberg Hbf from Heidelberg city centre
Heidelberg Hbf is 1 km from Heidelberg city centre. Public transport options include:
BusRnv 35, Rnv 33, Rnv 20, RNV Moonliner 3 · 4m · £3 · every ~13 min
TramRnv 5, Rnv 23, Rnv 22, Rnv 21 · 4m · £2 · every ~20 min
Heidelberg Hbf train station facilities and services
Heidelberg 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: Heid´s Grill, McDonald's, Uuuhmami, Taj Mahal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Heidelberg Hbf. ATMs are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Information desks are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Heidelberg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Heidelberg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heidelberg Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel, Qube Hotel, NH Heidelberg, Krokodil.
Freiburg(Breisgau) HbfFreiburg (Breisgau) Hbf, Bismarckallee 5-7, 79098 Freiburg
City-centre transport
Getting to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Bus27 · 6m
TramSc, 4, 3, 2, 1 · 3m · every ~59 min
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 Heidelberg Hbf
Most popular trains to and from Freiburg Hbf and Heidelberg Hbf
Most popular train connections to Freiburg Hbf
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