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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Fribourg
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€43
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€60
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
1 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 05
105
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Fribourg will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 105 trains from Zurich to Fribourg, including 25 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the 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 .
On Sat, Sep 05 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 1 736 | 7369:32 PM1h24Zurich HB10:56 PMFribourg€431One-way0 transfers- IC 8 804 | 804 · IR 15 2508 | 25086:02 AM1h24Zurich HB7:26 AMFribourg€441One-way1 transfer
- IC 1 706 | 7066:32 AM1h24Zurich HB7:56 AMFribourg€441One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 734 | 7348:32 PM1h24Zurich HB9:56 PMFribourg€451One-way0 transfers
- IC 8 834 | 834 · IR 15 2538 | 25389:02 PM1h24Zurich HB10:26 PMFribourg€451One-way1 transfer
- IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 25128:02 AM1h24Zurich HB9:26 AMFribourg€691One-way1 transfer
- IC 1 712 | 7129:32 AM1h24Zurich HB10:56 AMFribourg€691One-way0 transfers
- IC 1 710 | 7108:32 AM1h24Zurich HB9:56 AMFribourg€691One-way0 transfers
- IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 25149:02 AM1h24Zurich HB10:26 AMFribourg€691One-way1 transfer
- IC 900 | 90011:32 AM1h24Zurich HB12:56 PMFribourg€651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Zurich to Fribourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Fribourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €47, while a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 123 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Fribourg take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 40m.
Live departures
Zurich to Fribourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Fribourg trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 8 808 | 808 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 | 8:02 AM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 9:26 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 9:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18529 | 18529 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 9:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18929 | 18929 · IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 9:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 710 | 710 | 8:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 9:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 10:26 AM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| RE 48 4913 | 4913 · IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 8:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 10:26 AM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 810 | 810 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 | 9:02 AM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 10:26 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 10:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18533 | 18533 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 10:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18933 | 18933 · IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 10:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 712 | 712 | 9:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 10:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18535 | 18535 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 9:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 11:26 AM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| RE 48 4915 | 4915 · IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 9:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 11:26 AM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 8 812 | 812 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 | 10:02 AM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 11:26 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 11:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18537 | 18537 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 11:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18937 | 18937 · IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 11:56 AM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 714 | 714 | 10:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 11:56 AM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18539 | 18539 · IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 10:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 12:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| RE 48 4917 | 4917 · IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 10:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 12:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 814 | 814 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 | 11:02 AM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 12:26 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:15 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 12:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 9 18941 | 18941 · IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 12:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18541 | 18541 · IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:16 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 12:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 716 | 716 | 11:32 AM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 12:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18543 | 18543 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 11:46 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 1:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| RE 48 4919 | 4919 · IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 11:48 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 1:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 8 816 | 816 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 12:02 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 1:26 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 1:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18545 | 18545 · IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 1:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18945 | 18945 · IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 1:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 718 | 718 | 12:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 1:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18547 | 18547 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 12:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 2:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| RE 48 4921 | 4921 · IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 12:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 2:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 818 | 818 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 | 1:02 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 2:26 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 720 | 720 | 1:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 2:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18549 | 18549 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 2:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18949 | 18949 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 2:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 720 | 720 | 1:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 2:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18551 | 18551 · IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 1:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 3:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| RE 48 4923 | 4923 · IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 1:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 3:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 8 820 | 820 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 | 2:02 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 3:26 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 722 | 722 | 2:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 3:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18553 | 18553 · IC 1 722 | 722 | 2:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 3:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18953 | 18953 · IC 1 722 | 722 | 2:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 3:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 722 | 722 | 2:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 3:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18555 | 18555 · IC 81 822 | 822 · IR 15 2526 | 2526 | 2:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 4:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| RE 48 4925 | 4925 · IC 81 822 | 822 · IR 15 2526 | 2526 | 2:48 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h38 | 4:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 822 | 822 · IR 15 2526 | 2526 | 3:02 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 4:26 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 724 | 724 | 3:15 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h41 | 4:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18557 | 18557 · IC 1 724 | 724 | 3:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 4:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 9 18957 | 18957 · IC 1 724 | 724 | 3:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon | 1h40 | 4:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 724 | 724 | 3:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 4:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18559 | 18559 · IC 8 824 | 824 · IR 15 2528 | 2528 | 3:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 5:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 8 824 | 824 · IR 15 2528 | 2528 | 4:02 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 5:26 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18561 | 18561 · IC 1 726 | 726 | 4:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 5:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 726 | 726 | 4:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 5:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18563 | 18563 · IC 81 826 | 826 · IR 15 2530 | 2530 | 4:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 6:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
| IC 81 826 | 826 · IR 15 2530 | 2530 | 5:02 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 6:26 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| S 5 18565 | 18565 · IC 1 728 | 728 | 5:16 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 6:56 PM Fribourg | 1 transfer | |
| IC 1 728 | 728 | 5:32 PM Zurich HB | 1h24 | 6:56 PM Fribourg | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S 5 18567 | 18567 · IC 8 828 | 828 · IR 15 2532 | 2532 | 5:46 PM Zurich Altstetten | 1h40 | 7:26 PM Fribourg | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Zurich to Fribourg
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Zurich to Fribourg run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
There are 6 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 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Fribourg trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Fribourg from €37. 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 Zurich to 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zurich to Fribourg
Most Zurich to Fribourg trains use the Zürich HB to Fribourg station pair, with some services arriving at Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire. 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.
Which Zurich station do trains to Fribourg leave from?
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Which Fribourg station do trains from Zurich arrive at?
Getting to Fribourg from Fribourg city centre
Fribourg train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Pérolles, Café du Midi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fribourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Fribourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fribourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Fribourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alpha, Hotel de la Rose, NH Fribourg Hotel.
Getting to Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire from Fribourg city centre
Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire is 1 km from Fribourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire train station facilities and services
Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg, Stade-Patinoire.
Fribourg, Gare routiere train station facilities and services
Fribourg, Gare routiere has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fribourg, Gare routiere.
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