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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
| Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity + S-Bahn | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
| Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Freiburg to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Freiburg and Cologne?
Freiburg
- A
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Bismarckallee 3, 79098 Freiburg, Germany - BBismarckallee 1A, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
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
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Freiburg to Cologne 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 Freiburg to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Freiburg to Cologne start at $33. The average price for this train route is around $85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Freiburg to Cologne?
The average train trip from Freiburg to Cologne takes 4h 11m and covers 334 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Freiburg to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Freiburg to Cologne?
The earliest train from Freiburg to Cologne departs at 6:55am. The latest train departs at 8:55pm.
What is the best train operator from Freiburg to Cologne?
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 Freiburg to Cologne?
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 best on-time performance from Freiburg to Cologne?
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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Freiburg to Cologne?
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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Freiburg to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Freiburg to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $325 for a train ticket from Freiburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-13.
