Train from Essen to Freiburg: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Essen to Freiburg on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Freiburg Im Breisgau Train StationNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Essen to Freiburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Freiburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8carpool per day
5h 10mAverage Duration
242 milesDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$38 - $128Average Duration10h 30m
10kg CO₂e
Average Price$26 - $100Average Duration4h 6m
9kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$31 - $61Average Duration5h 10m
16kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Essen to Freiburg?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Freiburg start from $26. The average price for this train route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Freiburg?

    The average train ride duration from Essen to Freiburg is 4h 6m, covering a distance of 241 miles (389 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators service the Essen to Freiburg route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Essen to Freiburg?

    The earliest train departs from Essen to Freiburg at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:00pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Essen to Freiburg?

    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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Freiburg?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn EuroCity has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Essen to Freiburg?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn EuroCity, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Freiburg?

    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.

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