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Musée d'art et d'histoire
Art and history museum in a former slaughterhouse, presenting regional archaeology, sculpture, painting, and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
100
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 £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 100 trains that leave Zurich for Fribourg every day 27 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 1 704 | 704
IC 1 716 | 716
IC 1 718 | 718
IC 1 732 | 732
S 5 18577 | 18577 · IC 1 734 | 734
IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510
IC 1 706 | 706
IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 2508
IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512
IC 1 708 | 708The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Fribourg trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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S 11 19192 | 19192 · S 29 8994 | 8994 · IR 17 2806 | 2806 · IR 15 2506 | 2506 | 0:05 Zurich Altstetten | 6h21 | 6:26 Fribourg | 3 changes | |
IR 16 2194 | 2194 · S 29 8994 | 8994 · IR 17 2806 | 2806 · IR 15 2506 | 2506 | 0:06 Zurich HB | 6h20 | 6:26 Fribourg | 3 changes | |
S 11 19116 | 19116 · IC 1 704 | 704 | 5:05 Zurich Altstetten | 1h51 | 6:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 14 19416 | 19416 · IC 1 704 | 704 | 5:07 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h49 | 6:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 704 | 704 | 5:19 Zurich HB | 1h37 | 6:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 18919 | 18919 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 2508 | 5:46 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 7:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
S 5 18519 | 18519 · IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 2508 | 5:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 7:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 2508 | 6:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 7:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 7:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 7:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 7:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 706 | 706 | 6:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 7:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18523 | 18523 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 6:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 8:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4909 | 4909 · IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 6:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 8:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 81 806 | 806 · IR 15 2510 | 2510 | 7:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 8:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 8:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18525 | 18525 · IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 8:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 9 18925 | 18925 · IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 8:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 708 | 708 | 7:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 8:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18527 | 18527 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 7:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 9:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4911 | 4911 · IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 7:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 9:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 8:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 9:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 9:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 9:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 9:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 9:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 10:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 10:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 9:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 10:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 10:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 10:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 10:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 10:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 9:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 11:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 9:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 11:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 10:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 11:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 11:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 11:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 11:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 11:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18539 | 18539 · IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 10:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 12:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 10:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 12:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 11:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 12:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 12:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18541 | 18541 · IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 12:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 9 18941 | 18941 · IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 12:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 12:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18543 | 18543 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 11:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 13:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 11:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 13:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 12:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 13:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 13:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 13:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 13:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 13:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18547 | 18547 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 12:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 14:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 12:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 14:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 13:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 14:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 720 | 720 | 13:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 14:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 13:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 14:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 9 18949 | 18949 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 13:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 14:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 720 | 720 | 13:32 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 14:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18551 | 18551 · IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 13:46 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 15:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
RE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 13:48 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 15:26 Fribourg | 2 changes | |
IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 14:02 Zurich HB | 1h24 | 15:26 Fribourg | 1 change | |
IC 1 722 | 722 | 14:15 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 15:56 Fribourg | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18553 | 18553 · IC 1 722 | 722 | 14:16 Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 15:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
S 9 18953 | 18953 · IC 1 722 | 722 | 14:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 15:56 Fribourg | 1 change | |
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Trains from Zurich to Fribourg run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
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 £36 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:51 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Fribourg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fribourg trip today.
Art and history museum in a former slaughterhouse, presenting regional archaeology, sculpture, painting, and changing exhibitions.
Contemporary art centre in a former brewery, known for ambitious exhibitions by Swiss and international artists in industrial spaces.
Museum exploring Gutenberg-era printing, presses, and graphic arts through interactive displays in the heart of the old town.
Fribourg’s riverside old town quarter with cobbled lanes, medieval houses, bridges, and one of the city’s most atmospheric walks.
Main old-town street lined with historic facades, shops, and civic buildings, ideal for discovering Fribourg’s bilingual character on foot.
Scenic funicular route and surrounding riverside area linking the upper and lower town, popular for views and local atmosphere.
A rich fondue made with Gruyère and Vacherin Fribourgeois. It is a canton classic, valued for its smooth texture and strong regional cheese identity.
Traditional Fribourg meringues served with thick double cream from Gruyère. A beloved regional dessert linked to local dairy farming.
A dense saffron bread from the canton, often linked to Bénichon festivities. Its yellow crumb and gentle sweetness make it distinctive.
Well-regarded restaurant with seasonal menus and an intimate atmosphere. Suitable for a more leisurely dinner with modern French-influenced cooking.
Elegant restaurant serving refined seasonal cuisine in a polished setting. A strong choice for a higher-end meal in central Fribourg.
Historic café and restaurant in the old town, known for classic Swiss dishes, desserts and a relaxed setting with local character.
Fribourg is costly for travellers, with higher hotel, dining and transport prices than many nearby European cities, though it is usually a little cheaper than Zurich or Geneva.
Service is usually included. Round up in restaurants, cafés and taxis, or leave about CHF 1-5 for good service; large tips are not expected.
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Fribourg/Freiburg station -> Fribourg Centre, Fribourg
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.

Most Zurich to Fribourg trains use the Zürich HB to Fribourg station pair, with some services arriving at Fribourg, Gare routiere. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Fribourg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including 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 and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Fribourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Pérolles, Café du Midi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fribourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fribourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fribourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fribourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alpha, Hotel de la Rose, NH Fribourg Hotel.
Fribourg, Gare routiere has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg, Gare routiere.
Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire is 1 km from Fribourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire.
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