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

The cheapest way to get from Ulm to Colmar is to bus which costs €20 - €65 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ulm to Colmar is to train via Strasbourg which takes 3h 20m and costs €50 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Ulm and Colmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Ulm to Colmar. However, there are services departing from Ulm and arriving at Colmar via Karlsruhe central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ulm and Colmar?

No, there is no direct train from Ulm to Colmar. However, there are services departing from Ulm Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Colmar via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Ulm to Colmar?

The distance between Ulm and Colmar is 315 km. The road distance is 250.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ulm to Colmar without a car is to train via Strasbourg which takes 3h 20m and costs €50 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Ulm to Colmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ulm to Colmar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ulm to Colmar train from?

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

Train or bus from Ulm to Colmar?

The best way to get from Ulm to Colmar is to train via Strasbourg which takes 3h 20m and costs €50 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €65 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Ulm to Colmar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ulm to Colmar train arrive?

Ulm to Colmar train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Strasbourg Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Ulm to Colmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Ulm to Colmar is 251 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Ulm to Colmar.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Colmar?

There are 3208+ hotels available in Colmar.

Ulm to Colmar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ulm to Colmar by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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

Train via Strasbourg
best
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhof83
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to ColmarTer
3h 20m
€50–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ulm to Karlsruhe central train stationN422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Colmar108 / ...
5h 35m
€21–63
Drive 250.6 km
1. Drive from Ulm to Colmar250.6 km
3h 24m
€39–57
Train
1. Take the train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Freiburg Hauptbahnhof60
5h 11m
€39–95

Ulm to Colmar by train

7Weekly Trains

3h 20mAverage Duration

€50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 314.7 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Ulm Hauptbahnhof to Colmar via Strasbourg Bahnhof and Strasbourg in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ulm to Colmar via Karlsruhe central train station in around 5h 35m.

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