What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau is to rideshare which costs €18 - €35 and takes 4h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau?

The fastest way to get from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €45 - €350.

Is there a direct train between Cologne (Station) and Freiburg im Breisgau?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau?

The distance between Cologne (Station) and Freiburg im Breisgau is 431 km. The road distance is 431.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs €45 - €350.

How long does it take to get from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau?

The train from Köln Hbf to Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station takes 3h 9m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau train from?

Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau train arrive?

Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station.

Can I drive from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau is 431 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau?

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Where can I stay near Freiburg im Breisgau?

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Can I share a ride from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cologne (Station) and Freiburg im Breisgau. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau by train, night train, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Freiburg im Breisgau Train Stationtrain 43 / ...
3h 9m
€45–350
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cologne to Freiburg im Breisgaurideshare 430.3 km
4h 32m
€18–35
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Koeln Hbf to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbfnighttrain Nj
5h 33m
€30–100
Drive 431.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgaucar 431.2 km
3h 37m
€61–88
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Basel, train
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Frankfurt(M) Flughafen Fernbftrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)plane FRA - BSL
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Freiburg Hauptbahnhoftrain
3h 59m
€133–484
Train via Mannheim
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Freiburg im Breisgau Train Stationtrain 12 / ...
3h 27m
€48–351
Fly Cologne Bonn Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CGN - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Freiburg Hauptbahnhoftrain
5h 54m
€122–363

Cologne (Station) to Freiburg im Breisgau by train

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Distance: 431.2 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Cologne (Station), Germany and Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Köln Hbf to Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station hourly. Tickets cost €75–350 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Two other operators also service this route.

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