The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
4 h 21 m
Average duration
4 h 33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £82.
To travel from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau you need to make at least one change.
IC 2162 · ICE 10711:424h21Nuremberg Hbf16:03Freiburg Hbf£821One-way1 change
ICE 728 · ICE 718:004h31Nuremberg Hbf12:31Freiburg Hbf£911One-way1 change
IC 2164 · ICE 1059:414h22Nuremberg Hbf14:03Freiburg Hbf£911One-way1 change
ICE 724 · ECE 510:004h31Nuremberg Hbf14:31Freiburg Hbf£1011One-way1 change
ICE 724 · ICE 37110:005h01Nuremberg Hbf15:01Freiburg Hbf£1011One-way1 change
IC 2162 · ICE 10711:424h21Nuremberg Hbf16:03Freiburg Hbf£821One-way1 change
IC 2164 · ICE 1059:414h22Nuremberg Hbf14:03Freiburg Hbf£911One-way1 change
ICE 724 · ECE 510:004h31Nuremberg Hbf14:31Freiburg Hbf£1011One-way1 change
ICE 728 · ICE 718:004h31Nuremberg Hbf12:31Freiburg Hbf£911One-way1 change
ICE 724 · ICE 37110:005h01Nuremberg Hbf15:01Freiburg Hbf£1011One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 286 km
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£59 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 728 · ICE 71 | On time 8:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h31 | 12:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 728 · ICE 279 | On time 8:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h01 | 13:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2164 · ICE 105 | On time 9:41 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h22 | 14:03 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 724 · ECE 5 | On time 10:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h31 | 14:31 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 724 · ICE 371 | On time 10:00 Nuremberg Hbf | 5h01 | 15:01 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2162 · ICE 107 | On time 11:42 Nuremberg Hbf | 4h21 | 16:03 Freiburg Hbf | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau
Trains from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 286 km distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 286 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau trainsDeutsche Bahn, Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Nuremberg and Freiburg im Breisgau from £18. 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.
Go-Ahead Baden-Württemberg GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Nuremberg to Freiburg im Breisgau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg and Freiburg im Breisgau
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Sushi glas
- Afterwork
- Mike's Bar & Restaurant
- Museumscafé Arte
- Motel One Nürnberg-Plärrer
- Art-Hotel City
- Gasthof Schwänlein
- Hotel Keiml
- 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
- Cafe Einstein
- Babeuf
- Paradies
- Café Melange
- Hotel Minerva
- Hotel Barbara
- Parkhotel Post
- Hotel Stadt Freiburg
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