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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Cheapest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Train | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Freiburg Im Breisgau Train Station | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Freiburg to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Freiburg and Zürich?
Freiburg
- A
Busbahnhof ZOB am Freiburg Hauptbahnhof
Bismarckallee 3, 79098 Freiburg, Germany - BBismarckallee 1A, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Freiburg to Zürich by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Freiburg to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Freiburg to Zürich start from R 414. The average price for this train route is around R 565. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Freiburg to Zürich?
The average train journey time from Freiburg to Zürich is 1h 54m, covering a distance of 87 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 54m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Freiburg to Zürich route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Freiburg to Zürich?
The earliest train from Freiburg to Zürich departs at 06:19. And the latest train departs at 20:06.
Which is the best train operator from Freiburg to Zürich?
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 Zürich?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Freiburg to Zürich?
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 Zürich?
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 Zürich was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 389To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Freiburg to Zürich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 389 to R 1 658 for a train ticket from Freiburg to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 389, which is on 2026-01-30.
Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
