Our travel advice
Watch the connection in Mannheim
Arriving on the ICE 1013, you have 7 minutes. That connection was made on 0% of trips (measured August 2026, September 2026, October 2026). If in doubt, pick a later connection or a flexible ticket.
Sleep on the way
From Amsterdam take the NJ 403 at 20:15 and arrive at 05:26. It saves a hotel night and you arrive rested.
Late arrival
The 16:01 departure only arrives at 00:50. Book a hotel with late check-in, or take an earlier train.
Direct train
There is a train to Freiburg with no changes.
Route map
All trains from Amsterdam to Freiburg
Tickets for the 08:01 train →Tickets for the 14:01 train →Tickets for the 10:01 train →Tickets for the 12:01 train →Tickets for the 20:15 train →The timetable at a glance
Departures per hour from Amsterdam
- Departures: 5 in the morning, 4 in the afternoon and 1 in the evening.
- Operators: DB, NS International, Eurostar and ÖBB.
- Usual change points: Mannheim, Frankfurt and Cologne.
From our timetable data for a regular Tuesday; times in Amsterdam time.
The journey
The recommended connection leaves at 20:15 and covers about 650 km of track through the Netherlands and Germany. You spend 9h11 on the train, averaging 71 km/h.
- 20:15
05:26NJ 403 · Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Amsterdam Centraal → Freiburg Hbf9h11 · ± 650 km · 4 intermediate stops · through the Netherlands and Germany
In numbers
Where you cross the border
- Border the Netherlands → Germany: around 22:30 (2h15 after departure), on the NJ 403.
All options side by side
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Changes | Via | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:10 | 14:03 | 7h53 | 2 | Brussels, Cologne | |
| 08:01 | 14:31 | 6h30 | 1 | Mannheim | Fastest |
| 08:10 | 16:05 | 7h55 | 2 | Brussels, Cologne | |
| 10:01 | 18:05 | 8h04 | 1 | Cologne | |
| 10:01 | 17:01 | 7h00 | 2 | Frankfurt, Mannheim | |
| 12:01 | 20:05 | 8h04 | 1 | Cologne | |
| 12:01 | 19:01 | 7h00 | 2 | Frankfurt, Mannheim | |
| 14:01 | 21:01 | 7h00 | 1 | Frankfurt | |
| 14:01 | 20:31 | 6h30 | 2 | Frankfurt, Mannheim | |
| 16:01 | 00:50 +1 | 8h49 | 2 | Cologne, Karlsruhe | |
| 20:15 | 05:26 +1 | 9h11 | 0 | – | RecommendedFewest changesNight train |
Calculated from the timetable for a regular Tuesday (Transitous) and measured arrival times from Rijden de Treinen. Borders: Natural Earth.
How punctual is the train to Freiburg?
This train is reliable: a normal connection time is fine.
Measured: 80 trips of the NJ 403, arriving in Freiburg Hbf, August 2026, September 2026, October 2026. "On time" = at most 5 minutes late; cancellations are counted separately. Source: Rijden de Treinen train archive (CC BY 4.0). Full method · downloadable data.
Train or plane?
Estimate| Train | Plane | |
|---|---|---|
| Door to door | ± 6h55 | ± 3h54 |
| CO₂ per person | ± 23 kg | ± 72 kg |
| Luggage | Suitcase included | Often extra |
| Arrival | City centre | Airport |
How we calculated this
- Train: fastest connection (6h30) plus 25 minutes to and from the station.
- Plane: about 0h44 in the air, plus 40 minutes taxiing and 2.5 hours for getting to the airport, check-in and security.
- CO₂ train: 663 km by rail × 0.035 kg/km. CO₂ plane: 573 km × 0.126 kg/km, including high-altitude effects.
- Source: UK Government GHG Conversion Factors 2025 (DESNZ).
Ready to book?
Compare current prices to Freiburg at Omio.
Tip: international train tickets usually get more expensive as the departure date gets closer. Booking 1 to 3 months ahead is often cheapest.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Amsterdam to Freiburg?
The fastest train from Amsterdam to Freiburg takes 6h30. There is a direct train.
Is there a direct train from Amsterdam to Freiburg?
Yes, there is a direct train from Amsterdam Centraal.
Is there a night train from Amsterdam to Freiburg?
Yes. You travel overnight and arrive rested in the morning.
Where can I book a train ticket to Freiburg?
You can compare prices at Omio. Eurostar fares rise as the train fills up, and tickets go on sale about 6 months ahead, and on ICE trains, the advance Sparpreis fares are the cheapest; for night trains, booking early gives you the widest choice of couchettes and sleepers.
How punctual is the train to Freiburg?
The NJ 403 arrived on time in Freiburg Hbf on 97% of trips, with an average delay of 2 minutes (August 2026, September 2026, October 2026).
Which countries does the train from Amsterdam to Freiburg pass through?
The recommended connection runs through the Netherlands and Germany.
How many kilometres is the train journey from Amsterdam to Freiburg?
By rail it is about 650 km; as the crow flies 530 km.
Where does the train cross the border on the way to Freiburg?
Border the Netherlands → Germany: around 22:30 (2h15 after departure), on the NJ 403.
