Hamburg to Fribourg by train

Travelling by train from Hamburg to Fribourg

Ready to travel from Hamburg to Fribourg by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Hamburg and Fribourg: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$70.85, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Hamburg to Fribourg daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Fribourg on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 28 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

• 00:25: departure of first train Monday-Friday

• 23:37: departure of last train Monday-Friday

• 00:33: departure of first train on weekends

• 23:45: departure of last train on weekends

• Every 25 minutes: frequency of train departures

Hamburg to Fribourg distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 779 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 8 hours and 1 minute.

How early can you book train tickets from Hamburg to Fribourg?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 6 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn even more about travelling from Hamburg to Fribourg by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Fribourg.