Train from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags
Deutsche BahnTrain
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Gelsenkirchen Hbf
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Freiburg. The journey takes about 16 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
16h 25mAverage duration
245 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£28 - £28Average duration16h 25m
10kg CO₂e
Average price£27 - £122Average duration7h 16m
9kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg start from £27. The average price for this train route is around £85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg?

    The average train journey time from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg is 7h 16m, covering a distance of 245 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg?

    The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg departs at 21:14. And the latest train departs at 22:33.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gelsenkirchen to Freiburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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