There are 3 ways to get from Grindelwald to University of Freiburg by train or car
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Train via Basel • 4h 15m
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Train • 4h 40m
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The cheapest way to get from Grindelwald to University of Freiburg is to drive which costs SFr 27 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 32m.
The quickest way to get from Grindelwald to University of Freiburg is to drive which costs SFr 27 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 32m.
No, there is no direct train from Grindelwald to University of Freiburg. However, there are services departing from Grindelwald and arriving at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf via Interlaken Ost and Basel Sbb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
The distance between Grindelwald and University of Freiburg is 153 km. The road distance is 234.8 km.
The best way to get from Grindelwald to University of Freiburg without a car is to train via Basel which takes 4h 15m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 110.
It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Grindelwald to University of Freiburg, including transfers.
Grindelwald to University of Freiburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Interlaken Ost station.
Grindelwald to University of Freiburg train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Grindelwald to University of Freiburg is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Grindelwald to University of Freiburg.
There are 627+ hotels available in University of Freiburg. Prices start at 75€ per night.
- Distance: 153 km
- Duration: 4h 15m
What companies run services between Grindelwald, Switzerland and University of Freiburg, Germany?
You can take a train from Grindelwald to University of Freiburg via Interlaken Ost, Basel SBB, Basel Sbb, and Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf in around 4h 15m.
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Interlaken Ost to Basel SBB
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 2m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 90€
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Basel Sbb to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 23€ - 45€
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Interlaken Ost to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 120€
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Interlaken Ost to Basel Sbb
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 1m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 50€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Basel Sbb to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 19€ - 27€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Interlaken Ost to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 65€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn’s high-speed InterCity (IC) trains connect cities within Germany. They’re a popular way to travel as they’re faster than Deutsche Bahn’s regional trains and offer a frequent, fast service. All IC trains have first and second class carriages, power sockets and toilets, and most have a bistro cafe or restaurant. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Basel Sbb to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 55€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
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