How to Get from Zurich to Freiburg
Zurich to Freiburg is 86 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 48m by train. The trip takes 2h 35m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Zurich to Freiburg by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- First bus at 05:20, last at 23:30
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Zurich to Freiburg. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 86 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
86 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €24Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 1h 48mFastest1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €8Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 9 | 2h 35mdirect | See Bus details |
| See bus tickets on Omio | |||
- Train€24Omio catalogue, Nov 91h 48m · 1 transferFastestSee Train details
- Bus€8Lowest seenOmio catalogue, Nov 92h 35m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Zurich to Freiburg: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Zurich Airport → Freiburgbus
FlixBus·2h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Zurich to Freiburg
FlixBus publishes departures from 05:20 to 23:30.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 05:20 | 23:30 |
All departures
- 05:20
- 15:25
- 16:00
- 16:25
- 18:25
- 19:25
- 20:25
- 21:00
- 23:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
FlixBusZurich Airport-FreiburgBook →
SBBZurich-BaselBook →
DB Regio AG Baden-WürttembergBasel-FreiburgBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB, DB Regio AG Baden-Württemberg.
How the Trip from Zurich to Freiburg Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Zurich Airport to Freiburg, about 2h. In total it's roughly €10 over 2h, direct, no transfers.
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Zurich to Freiburg: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Zurich to Freiburg?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 2h by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Zurich to Freiburg?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 05:20 and the last at 23:30, from Zurich Airport, according to the published timetable.
Which station does the bus from Zurich to Freiburg leave from?
Zurich Airport with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Freiburg from Zurich?
About 86 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Zurich to Freiburg cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €10. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Zurich to Freiburg?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, SBB, DB Regio AG Baden-Württemberg.
Can you get from Zurich to Freiburg without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 48m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Freiburg?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, SBB, DB Regio AG Baden-Württemberg
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026