How much does a train ticket from Cologne to Freiburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Freiburg is $76. The best way to find train tickets from Cologne to Freiburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Freiburg?

A train trip between Cologne and Freiburg is around 3h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 2m. This is the time it takes to travel the 207 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Freiburg?

The number of trains from Cologne to Freiburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Freiburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Freiburg?

When taking the train from Cologne to Freiburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Freiburg?

Trains traveling between Cologne and Freiburg leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof.

Train Cologne to Freiburg from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Freiburg on October 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:00pm	Hbf	4h 15m	10:15pm	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	6:31pm	Hbf	3h 44m	10:15pm	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	No tags
	7:55pm	Hbf	3h 10m	11:05pm	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	No tags
	9:55pm	Hbf	4h 18m	2:13am	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	11:55pm	Hbf	5h 31m	5:26am	Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Freiburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $70	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$22 - $230	Average Duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $50	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Freiburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Freiburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

4h 20mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Freiburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$76

Average train trip duration3h 24m

Number of daily trains28

Earliest train departure6:40am

Distance207 miles (333 km)

Latest train departure11:59pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi3.4

Deutsche Bahn EuroCity

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in DE:Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Slovak Rail, WESTbahn, OBB Eurocity

Cologne to Freiburg Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Freiburg?

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Freiburg

A - Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Freiburg

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/02

$46

10/03

$34

Today

$22

10/05

$46

10/06

$68

10/07

$46

10/08

$22

10/09

$22

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Freiburg was searched and found on Oct 9, 2025 with a price of $22

To 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 $213 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 2025-10-09.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Freiburg you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Cologne and Freiburg compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Cologne to Freiburg while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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