The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Fribourg
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Fribourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Fribourg will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 30 trains that leave Geneva for Fribourg on Tue, Dec 16, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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 1 717 | 717
IR 15 2515 | 2515
IC 1 721 | 721
IR 15 2519 | 2519
IC 1 715 | 715
IC 1 717 | 717
IC 1 721 | 721
IC 1 715 | 715
IC 1 723 | 723
IC 1 725 | 725Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Geneva to Fribourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. 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 bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 102 km
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€38 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Fribourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Fribourg trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:38 PM Geneva | 1h55 | 10:33 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
IR 90 1811 | 1811 · S 41 24525 | 24525 | 7:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 8:52 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 713 | 713 | 7:35 AM Geneva station | 1h27 | 9:02 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2515 | 2515 | 7:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 9:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1813 | 1813 · S 41 24531 | 24531 | 8:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 9:52 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 715 | 715 | 8:35 AM Geneva station | 1h27 | 10:02 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2517 | 2517 | 8:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 10:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1815 | 1815 · S 41 24535 | 24535 | 9:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 10:52 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 717 | 717 | 9:35 AM Geneva station | 1h27 | 11:02 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2519 | 2519 | 9:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 11:32 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1817 | 1817 · S 41 24541 | 24541 | 10:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 11:52 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 719 | 719 | 10:35 AM Geneva station | 1h27 | 12:02 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2521 | 2521 | 10:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 12:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1819 | 1819 · S 41 24545 | 24545 | 11:05 AM Geneva station | 1h47 | 12:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 721 | 721 | 11:35 AM Geneva station | 1h27 | 1:02 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2523 | 2523 | 11:54 AM Geneva station | 1h38 | 1:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1821 | 1821 · S 41 24551 | 24551 | 12:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 1:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 723 | 723 | 12:35 PM Geneva station | 1h27 | 2:02 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2525 | 2525 | 12:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 2:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1823 | 1823 · S 41 24555 | 24555 | 1:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 2:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 725 | 725 | 1:35 PM Geneva station | 1h27 | 3:02 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2527 | 2527 | 1:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 3:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1825 | 1825 · S 41 24561 | 24561 | 2:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 3:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 727 | 727 | 2:35 PM Geneva station | 1h27 | 4:02 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2529 | 2529 | 2:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 4:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1827 | 1827 · S 41 24565 | 24565 | 3:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 4:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 729 | 729 | 3:35 PM Geneva station | 1h27 | 5:02 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2531 | 2531 | 3:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 5:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 90 1829 | 1829 · S 41 24571 | 24571 | 4:05 PM Geneva station | 1h47 | 5:52 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 731 | 731 | 4:31 PM Geneva station | 1h31 | 6:02 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 15 2533 | 2533 | 4:54 PM Geneva station | 1h38 | 6:32 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Geneva to Fribourg
Trains from Geneva to Fribourg run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Geneva to Fribourg trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Geneva 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: Trains from Geneva to Fribourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Geneva, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Fribourg, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Geneva to Fribourg
- 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
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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