The cheapest and fastest trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€84
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
It's difficult to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 60403 · IC 1610 · IC 7065:28 AM3h57Freiburg Hbf9:25 AMGeneva station€341One-way2 transfers
IC 60408 · IC 1612 · IC 7086:19 AM4h06Freiburg Hbf10:25 AMGeneva station€421One-way2 transfers
IC 60471 · IC 1614 · IC 7107:23 AM4h02Freiburg Hbf11:25 AMGeneva station€621One-way2 transfers
ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 252011:04 AM4h01Freiburg Hbf3:05 PMGeneva station€621One-way2 transfers
ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520 · IR 182011:04 AM3h51Freiburg Hbf2:55 PMGeneva station€621One-way3 transfers
ECE 151 · IR 1864 · IC 518 · IR 181810:15 AM3h40Freiburg Hbf1:55 PMGeneva station€921One-way3 transfers
ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 · IR 182212:06 PM3h49Freiburg Hbf3:55 PMGeneva station€781One-way3 transfers
ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 18304:06 PM3h49Freiburg Hbf7:55 PMGeneva station€921One-way2 transfers
ICE 101 · IC 518 · IR 181810:06 AM3h49Freiburg Hbf1:55 PMGeneva station€781One-way2 transfers
ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 18241:04 PM3h51Freiburg Hbf4:55 PMGeneva station€921One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 238 km
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€56 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva trains for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 60403 · IC 1610 · IC 706 | Delayed 3:44 AM 5:42 AMFreiburg Hbf | 3h43 | 9:25 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IC 60408 · IC 1612 · IC 708 | Delayed 4:19 AM 6:19 AMFreiburg Hbf | 4h06 | 10:25 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
IC 60471 · IC 1614 · IC 710 | Delayed 5:23 AM 7:23 AMFreiburg Hbf | 4h02 | 11:25 AM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 273 · IC 1616 · IC 712 | Delayed 6:04 AM 8:34 AMFreiburg Hbf | 3h51 | 12:25 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
ICE 275 · IC 965 · IR 2516 | On time 9:04 AM Freiburg Hbf | 4h01 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 275 · IR 1862 · IC 516 · IR 1816 | On time 9:04 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3h51 | 12:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
17007 · IC 1618 · IC 714+ S6 | 9:18 AM Freiburg Hbf | 4h07 | 1:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 101 · IR 2518 | 10:06 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3h59 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 · IC 518 · IR 1818 | 10:06 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3h49 | 1:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ECE 151 · IC 718 | 10:15 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h10 | 3:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ECE 151 · IR 1864 · IC 518 · IR 1818 | 10:15 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3h40 | 1:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ECE 151 · IC 1620 · IC 900 | 10:15 AM Freiburg Hbf | 4h10 | 2:25 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
17009 · IC 1620 · IC 900+ S6 | 10:22 AM Freiburg Hbf | 4h03 | 2:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 277 · IC 969 · IR 2520 | On time 11:04 AM Freiburg Hbf | 4h01 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 277 · IC 902 | On time 11:04 AM Freiburg Hbf | 5h21 | 4:25 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 277 · IR 1866 · IC 520 · IR 1820 | On time 11:04 AM Freiburg Hbf | 3h51 | 2:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
5335 · IC 1622 · IC 718+ S6 | 11:18 AM Freiburg Hbf | 4h07 | 3:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 103 · IC 971 · IR 2522 | 12:06 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3h59 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103 · IR 1868 · IC 522 · IR 1822 | 12:06 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3h49 | 3:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
17013 · IC 1624 · IC 902+ S6 | 12:18 PM Freiburg Hbf | 4h07 | 4:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 279 · IC 524 · IR 1824 | On time 1:04 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3h51 | 4:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 279 · IR 2524 | On time 1:04 PM Freiburg Hbf | 4h01 | 5:05 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
17015 · IC 1626 · IC 722+ S6 | 1:18 PM Freiburg Hbf | 4h07 | 5:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
17173 · STR 2 · EC 173 · IC 526 | 1:42 PM Freiburg Hbf | 4h13 | 5:55 PM Geneva station | 4 transfers | |
ECE 5 · IC 1628 · IC 904 | 2:33 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3h52 | 6:25 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 371 · IR 1874 · IC 528 · IR 1828 | 3:04 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3h51 | 6:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 371 · IC 977 · IR 2528 | 3:04 PM Freiburg Hbf | 4h01 | 7:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
5337 · IC 1630 · IC 726+ S6 | 3:18 PM Freiburg Hbf | 4h07 | 7:25 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 107 · IC 530 · IR 1830 | On time 4:06 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3h49 | 7:55 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
ICE 107 · IR 2530 | On time 4:06 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3h59 | 8:05 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 373 · IR 1878 · IC 532 · IR 1832 | 5:04 PM Freiburg Hbf | 3h51 | 8:55 PM Geneva station | 3 transfers | |
ICE 373 · IC 981 · IR 2532 | 5:04 PM Freiburg Hbf | 4h01 | 9:05 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva
Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Freiburg im Breisgau and Geneva from €17. 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.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
FAQs: Trains from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Freiburg im Breisgau to Geneva
- 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
- Pizza Boxx
- Heitzmann
- Lindenmatte
- La Playa Tapas Bar
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
- Located in the main hall
- 190 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
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