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Trip Summary
There are 27 daily trains from Freiburg to Nordhausen. Traveling by train from Freiburg to Nordhausen usually takes around 6 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Deutsche Bahn train can make the trip in 5 hours and 31 minutes.
| Distance | 275 mi (443 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 31m |
| Lowest price | €22.41 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Freiburg to Nordhausen?
2 train services operate from Freiburg to Nordhausen. Deutsche Bahn usually has more trains scheduled, with 24 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deutsche Bahn | 24 | 6h 54m | €81.06 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 6 | 8h 35m | €22.41 |
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from Freiburg to Nordhausen start from €22, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Nordhausen. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in Freiburg leaves from Freiburg Messe/Universität and 5 other stations. And in Nordhausen trains arrive at Nordhausen-Salza .
From Freiburg to Nordhausen train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 8 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Nordhausen faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 5 hours and 31 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Nordhausen.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Freiburg and Nordhausen is approximately 275 miles, or 443 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 59 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 31 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Freiburg to Nordhausen on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Freiburg at 04:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 27 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Nordhausen to Freiburg.
City Information
Freiburg
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Freiburg im Breisgau, commonly called Freiburg, is a large city in the Baden-Wurttemberg state in the south of Germany. Sitting on the edge of the Black Forest, this city is home to one of Germany's oldest universities and a large Gothic-style cathedral in its reconstructed medieval old town.
Freiburg Cathedral originated as a Romanesque Church in the 13th century and took a full 300 years to complete. This cathedral is one of the most popular attractions in the city, and it's easy to see why. Hundreds of figures have been carved into the sandstone facade with impossible detail, and entry is free to walk through the even more impressive interior.
The Münsterplatz is another must while visiting the city. Although nearly destroyed in World War II, this cobblestone pedestrian square has been restored to display its many historic monuments, including the bold, red Historical Merchants' Hall. Market stalls populate this central square every day except for Sundays.
One of the unique features of Freiburg is the shallow waterways that flow along grooves in the streets in the Old Town. These brooks, or bächle, used to supply the city with drinking water from the Dreisam River but today host kids' boat races or splashes on hot days. Legend says that if you accidentally step in one, you will marry a local, so watch your step—or don't!
Experience Germany's incomparable rail network on a train to Freiburg, arriving at the Freiburg Hauptbahnhof. FlixBus and Sindbad also connect Freiburg to the rest of the country and several additional European cities like Zurich and Budapest.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Freiburg?
Main departure station: Freiburg-Zähringen
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 6 stops and stations in Freiburg where you can board the train.
All train stations in Freiburg:
Freiburg-Zähringen
Freiburg-Wiehre
Freiburg West
Freiburg-Littenweiler
Freiburg-St Georgen
Freiburg Messe/Universität
Where is the train station in Nordhausen?
Main arrival station: Nordhausen-Salza
Nordhausen has one train station.
Train stations in Nordhausen:
Nordhausen-Salza
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