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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
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 £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lucerne for Freiburg im Breisgau every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
6:052h19Lucerne8:24Freiburg im Breisgau£281One-way0 changes- 4:541h58Lucerne6:52Freiburg im Breisgau£281One-way0 changes
- 8:052h19Lucerne10:24Freiburg im Breisgau£281One-way0 changes
- 7:052h19Lucerne9:24Freiburg im Breisgau£311One-way0 changes
- 5:052h19Lucerne7:24Freiburg im Breisgau£401One-way0 changes
- 4:541h58Lucerne6:52Freiburg im Breisgau£281One-way0 changes
- 6:052h19Lucerne8:24Freiburg im Breisgau£281One-way0 changes
- 8:052h19Lucerne10:24Freiburg im Breisgau£281One-way0 changes
- 7:052h19Lucerne9:24Freiburg im Breisgau£311One-way0 changes
- 5:052h19Lucerne7:24Freiburg im Breisgau£401One-way0 changes
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 43m. 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 £27.
Distance: 111 km
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£34 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Wednesday 29 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 668 · ICE 108 | On time 9:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 11:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RE 4716 · EC 60 · 17016+ S6 | 10:05 Lucerne station | 2h35 | 12:40 Freiburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2316 · ICE 370 | On time 10:54 Lucerne station | 2h15 | 13:09 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4718 · IC 616 · ICE 72 | On time 11:05 Lucerne station | 2h19 | 13:24 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 672 · ICE 106 | On time 11:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 13:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4720 · IC 618 · 17020+S6 | 12:05 Lucerne station | 2h35 | 14:40 Freiburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2320 · ICE 278 | On time 12:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 14:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4722 · IC 620 · ECE 4 | On time 13:05 Lucerne station | 2h19 | 15:24 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| EC 178 · ICE 104 | On time 13:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 15:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4724 · IC 622 · EC 150 | 14:05 Lucerne station | 2h17 | 16:22 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IR 2324 · ICE 276 | On time 14:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 16:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4726 · IC 624 · ICE 70 | On time 15:05 Lucerne station | 2h19 | 17:24 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 680 · ICE 102 | 15:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 17:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4728 · IC 626 · 17026+S6 | 16:05 Lucerne station | 2h35 | 18:40 Freiburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2328 · ICE 274 | On time 16:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 18:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4730 · IC 628 · ICE 2 | On time 17:05 Lucerne station | 2h19 | 19:24 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| IC 684 · ICE 100 | 17:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 19:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4732 · EC 64 · 17028+S6 | 18:05 Lucerne station | 2h35 | 20:40 Freiburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IR 2332 · ICE 272 | On time 18:54 Lucerne station | 1h58 | 20:52 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RE 4734 · IC 632 · 17032+S6 | 19:05 Lucerne station | 2h39 | 21:44 Freiburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
| IC 688 · IC 60409 | On time 19:54 Lucerne station | 2h00 | 21:54 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| IR 2486 · IC 60470 | On time 20:30 Lucerne station | 2h26 | 22:56 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| IR 2336 · IC 336 · IC 60470 | On time 20:54 Lucerne station | 2h02 | 22:56 Freiburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 30 July | |||||
| 4:54 Lucerne | 1h58 | 6:52 Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:05 Lucerne | 2h19 | 7:24 Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:05 Lucerne | 2h19 | 8:24 Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:05 Lucerne | 2h19 | 9:24 Freiburg im Breisgau | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau
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Trains from Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 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 58m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
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
Most Lucerne to Freiburg im Breisgau trains use the Luzern Bhf to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Freiburg Messe/Universität. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Freiburg im Breisgau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lucerne station do trains to Freiburg im Breisgau leave from?
Getting to Luzern Bhf from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Bhf train station facilities and services
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern, Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
Which Freiburg im Breisgau station do trains from Lucerne 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 Messe/Universität from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre
Freiburg Messe/Universität is 2 km from Freiburg im Breisgau city centre. Public transport options include:
Freiburg Messe/Universität train station facilities and services
Freiburg Messe/Universität 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: Wolfsbau, Eis Sensazioni, XXL Kumpir, Reiß-Beck
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Freiburg Messe/Universität. ATMs are available at Freiburg Messe/Universität.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Freiburg Messe/Universität. Information desks are available at Freiburg Messe/Universität.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Freiburg Messe/Universität. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Freiburg Messe/Universität: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Freiburg Messe/Universität: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Freiburg Messe/Universität.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Freiburg.
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.
Most popular train connections from Lucerne
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