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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Fribourg
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Fribourg will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Of the 15 trains that leave Zurich for Fribourg every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 24 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 1 712 | 712IC 1 710 | 710IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516IC 1 712 | 712IC 1 710 | 710IC 1 712 | 712IC 1 710 | 710IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514
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Compare coach and train for Zurich to Fribourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. 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 £16, and a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 123 km
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£48 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m 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
Zurich to Fribourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Fribourg trains for tomorrow, Friday 2 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 07:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 08:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 07:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 08:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 07:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 08:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
| S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 07:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 08:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 07:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 08:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 07:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 09:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
| RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 07:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 09:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
| IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 08:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 09:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 08:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 09:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 08:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 09:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
| S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 08:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 09:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 08:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 09:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 08:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 10:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
| IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 09:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 10:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
| S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 09:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 10:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Fribourg
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Zurich to Fribourg run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 123 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 123 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Fribourg trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Fribourg from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich to Fribourg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Fribourg 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 Fribourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Fribourg
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Avenue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Pérolles
- Café du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel de la Rose
- NH Fribourg Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 105 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to major Swiss cities and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
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