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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Hbf | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Hbf | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Hbf | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Freiburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Freiburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Freiburg?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Freiburg
- A
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Bismarckallee 3, 79098 Freiburg, Germany - BBismarckallee 1A, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Freiburg by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Freiburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Freiburg start from $12. The average price for this train route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Freiburg?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Freiburg is 3h 16m, covering a distance of 207 miles (334 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 1m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Freiburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, Deutsche Bahn.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Freiburg?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Freiburg at 6:08am. And the latest train departs at 11:56pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Freiburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Freiburg?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Freiburg?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Freiburg was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Freiburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $184 for a train ticket from Cologne to Freiburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-02-03.
