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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Colmar is to bus via Strasbourg which costs €10 - €21 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Colmar is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €22 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Colmar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Colmar. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Colmar?

No, there is no direct train from Karlsruhe to Colmar. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe Hbf and arriving at Colmar via Offenburg and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Colmar?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Colmar is 148 km. The road distance is 148.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Colmar without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 19m and costs €16 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Karlsruhe to Colmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Colmar bus from?

Karlsruhe to Colmar bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Colmar train from?

Karlsruhe to Colmar train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Karlsruhe Hbf station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Colmar?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Colmar is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs €21 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €20 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Colmar bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Colmar bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Colmar station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Colmar train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Colmar train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Offenburg station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Colmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Colmar is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Karlsruhe to Colmar.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Colmar?

Book your Karlsruhe to Colmar bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Colmar?

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Strasbourgbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Colmartrain Ter
2h 19m
€17–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Colmarbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2h 40m
€10–20
Train
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Offenburgtrain
2. Take the train from Offenburg to Strasbourgtrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Colmartrain Ter
2h 59m
€21–60
Drive 148.4 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Colmarcar 148.4 km
1h 31m
€23–33
Bus via Strasbourg
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Strasbourgbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Colmarbus FlixBus 108 / ...
3h 25m
€11–20

Karlsruhe to Colmar by bus, tram, and train

149Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.1 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Colmar via Offenburg and Strasbourg in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Colmar 4 times a day. Tickets cost €10–19 and the journey takes 2h 40m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 6 times a week.

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