The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau you need to make at least one change.
IC 688 · IC 6040919:542h00Lucerne station21:54Freiburg Hbf£221One-way1 change
IR 2320 · ICE 27812:541h58Lucerne station14:52Freiburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
EC 178 · ICE 10413:541h58Lucerne station15:52Freiburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
RE 4722 · IC 620 · ECE 413:052h19Lucerne station15:24Freiburg Hbf£271One-way2 changes
RE 4730 · IC 628 · ICE 217:052h19Lucerne station19:24Freiburg Hbf£271One-way2 changes
IR 2320 · ICE 27812:541h58Lucerne station14:52Freiburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
EC 178 · ICE 10413:541h58Lucerne station15:52Freiburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
IC 684 · ICE 10017:541h58Lucerne station19:52Freiburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
IC 672 · ICE 10611:541h58Lucerne station13:52Freiburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
IR 2332 · ICE 27218:541h58Lucerne station20:52Freiburg Hbf£271One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 111 km
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£33 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for today, Monday 27 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:05 Lucerne | 2h19 | 10:24 Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:54 Lucerne | 1h52 | 10:46 Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:54 Lucerne | 2h00 | 13:54 Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau
Trains from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Freiburg im Breisgau from £10. 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.
Trenitalia EuroCity
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Südostbahn
FAQs: Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne 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 Lucerne and Freiburg im Breisgau
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:30 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:30 - 20:00
- Cafe Einstein
- Pizzaria Picasso
- Babeuf
- Café Hermann
- Hotel Minerva
- Hotel Barbara
- Parkhotel Post
- Hotel Oberkirch
- Wolfsbau
- Eis Sensazioni
- XXL Kumpir
- Reiß-Beck
- Hotel Stadt Freiburg
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