What is the cheapest way to get from Gießen to Colmar?

The cheapest way to get from Gießen to Colmar is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gießen to Colmar?

The fastest way to get from Gießen to Colmar is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Gießen and Colmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Gießen to Colmar. However, there are services departing from Gießen and arriving at Colmar via Frankfurt - Main Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Gießen and Colmar?

No, there is no direct train from Gießen to Colmar. However, there are services departing from Gießen Bahnhof and arriving at Colmar via Frankfurt and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Gießen to Colmar?

The distance between Gießen and Colmar is 351 km. The road distance is 336.7 km.

How do I travel from Gießen to Colmar without a car?

The best way to get from Gießen to Colmar without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €50 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Gießen to Colmar?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Gießen to Colmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Colmar bus from?

Gießen to Colmar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gießen station.

Where do I catch the Gießen to Colmar train from?

Gießen to Colmar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Gießen Bahnhof station.

Train or bus from Gießen to Colmar?

The best way to get from Gießen to Colmar is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs €50 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Gießen to Colmar bus arrive?

Gießen to Colmar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Frankfurt central train station.

Where does the Gießen to Colmar train arrive?

Gießen to Colmar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt station.

Can I drive from Gießen to Colmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Gießen to Colmar is 337 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Gießen to Colmar.

How do I get a train ticket from Gießen to Colmar?

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Where can I stay near Colmar?

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Gießen to Colmar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Gießen to Colmar by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurt26
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Strasbourg Bahnhof82
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to ColmarTer
4h 22m
€51–125
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurt26
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Colmar108
7h 14m
€26–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gießen to Frankfurt central train station037 / ...
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt - Main Bus Station to ColmarBlaBlaCar Bus
6h 45m
€35–50
Drive 336.7 km
1. Drive from Gießen to Colmar336.7 km
3h 6m
€53–76
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Gießen Bahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Basel (BSL)FRA - BSL
3. Take the train from St Louis to Colmar
4h 50m
€147–320

Gießen to Colmar by train

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 350.7 km
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Gießen, Germany and Colmar, France?

You can take a train from Gießen Bahnhof to Colmar via Frankfurt, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gießen to Colmar via Frankfurt - Main Bus Station in around 6h 45m.

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