Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 13

Cheapest price on Oct 13

€90

Average ticket price on Oct 13

€115

Fastest journey on Oct 13

3 h 29 m

Average journey duration on Oct 13

3 h 59 m

Trains on Oct 13

6

Distance

367 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau without transferring at least once.

  • Deutsche BahnICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5
    9:16 AM5h15
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    2:31 PMFreiburg Hbf
    €901One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn28507 · IC 1940 · ICE 279
    8:00 AM5h01
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:01 PMFreiburg Hbf
    €1031One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 915 · ICE 71
    9:02 AM3h29
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:31 PMFreiburg Hbf
    €1161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 529 · ICE 103
    8:18 AM3h45
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    12:03 PMFreiburg Hbf
    €1161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 621 · ICE 515 · ICE 279
    9:22 AM3h39
    Düsseldorf Hbf
    1:01 PMFreiburg Hbf
    €1161One-way
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

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Trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 367 km distance in 3h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18
Distance
367 km
Average train duration
3h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
3h 10m
First train
12:05 AM
Last train
11:48 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €18

Live departures

Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau train times

The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau trains for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Deutsche BahnIC 60403
Delayed
9:28 PM 11:24 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
6h07
5:31 AM Freiburg Hbf
0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, October 13
Deutsche Bahn28507 · IC 1940 · ICE 279
On time
8:00 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
5h01
1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 529 · ICE 103
On time
8:18 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h45
12:03 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 915 · ICE 71
On time
9:02 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h29
12:31 PM Freiburg Hbf
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnICE 915 · 10413 · ICE 2515 · ICE 279
On time
9:02 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h59
1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 27 · ICE 225 · ECE 5
On time
9:16 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
5h15
2:31 PM Freiburg Hbf
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnICE 621 · ICE 515 · ICE 279
On time
9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf
3h39
1:01 PM Freiburg Hbf
2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Hessische Landesbahn from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Hessische Landesbahn trains will get you between Düsseldorf 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

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
€20
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FlixTrain

About
FlixTrain is a German railway company owned by FlixMobility, the parent company of FlixBus. Since 2018, it has connected major German cities such as Hamburg, Cologne, Stuttgart, Berlin, and Frankfurt, and also operates routes in Sweden, including Stockholm to Gothenburg. All FlixTrain services run on 100% renewable energy. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, toilets, USB ports, power outlets, generous legroom, and free Wi-Fi on most trains. Food and drinks are available, and every ticket guarantees a seat. Passengers can bring luggage free of charge, provided it fits in the racks. Popular German routes include Berlin–Hamburg, Frankfurt–Stuttgart, and Cologne–Hamburg, offering a sustainable and comfortable way to travel
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixTrain Duration
11h 25m
Cheapest FlixTrain Price
€74
FlixTrain frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage (max 7kg) and 1 piece of luggage (max 20kg)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and drinks available for purchase from onboard service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Hessische Landesbahn

About
Hessische Landesbahn (HLB) is a regional transport company owned by the German state of Hesse, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. It provides extensive bus and rail passenger transport services within Hesse and extends its operations into neighboring states like Bavaria, Lower Saxony, North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate, and Thuringia. HLB operates as a holding company with subsidiaries managing rail services (HLB Hessenbahn GmbH), bus services (HLB Hessenbus GmbH), and infrastructure/vehicle resources (HLB Basis AG). Their diverse fleet includes modern train types such as Stadler FLIRT, Alstom LINT, and Coradia Continental trains. Tickets from Deutsche Bahn are also valid on HLB trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Hessische Landesbahn Duration
5h 50m
Cheapest Hessische Landesbahn Price
€79
Hessische Landesbahn frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack and beverage service available on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require a ticket and must be leashed
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau is €99; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau is 3h 10m to travel the 367 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau leaves at 11:48 PM.
Yes,there are 1 direct trains a day from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau, you can count on Deutsche Bahn, Hessische Landesbahn, FlixTrain for the best way to get you to Freiburg im Breisgau. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Düsseldorf and Freiburg im Breisgau and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Freiburg im Breisgau from Düsseldorf is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Freiburg im Breisgau including taking a bus, train, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau

Most Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Freiburg im Breisgau, Hauptbhf/ZOB. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Freiburg im Breisgau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Düsseldorf
Arrival train stations in Freiburg im Breisgau

Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Freiburg im Breisgau leave from?

Trains from Düsseldorf to Freiburg im Breisgau leave from Düsseldorf Hbf. The station is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre at Düsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 Düsseldorf.
Düsseldorf HbfDüsseldorf Hbf, Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 14, 40210 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 49m · €29 · every ~2 min
BusRe49 · 1h 30m · €15 · every ~1 min
62004 · 2h 38m

Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.

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City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS11 · 10m · €2 · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · €5 · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · €4
721 · 26m · €3 · every ~8 min
721 · 34m · €3 · every ~7 min

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.

Düsseldorf FlughafenDüsseldorf Flughafen, Ahrensplatz 1, 40474 DüsseldorfWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Düsseldorf Flughafen from Düsseldorf city centre

Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS11 · 10m · €2 · every ~6 min
S11 · 29m · €5 · every ~6 min
BusS11 · 22m · €4
721 · 23m · €3 · every ~8 min
721 · 25m · €3 · every ~8 min
721 · 31m · €3 · every ~7 min
Tram705, 707 · 30m · €3 · every ~4 min

Düsseldorf Flughafen train station facilities and services

Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.

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