- Heidelberg to Freiburg trains
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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 | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Fastest | ||||
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | No tags | ||||
S-Bahn + EuroCity Train | Train | Heidelberg Central Train Station | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Heidelberg to Freiburg
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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Heidelberg and Freiburg?
Heidelberg
- A
Südseite am Willi-Brandt-Platz
Willy-Brandt-Platz 1, 69115 Heidelberg, 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 travelling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Freiburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Heidelberg to Freiburg start at $15. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Heidelberg to Freiburg?
The average train trip from Heidelberg to Freiburg takes 1h 48m and covers 168 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by FlixTrain.
Which train operators serve the Heidelberg to Freiburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Heidelberg to Freiburg?
The earliest train from Heidelberg to Freiburg departs at 7:12am. The latest train departs at 8:25pm.
What is the best train operator from Heidelberg to Freiburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Heidelberg to Freiburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Heidelberg to Freiburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Heidelberg to Freiburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, 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.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Heidelberg to Freiburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $185 for a train ticket from Heidelberg to Freiburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-14.









