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

The cheapest way to get from Zermatt to Colmar is to train and bus which costs €50 - €170 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zermatt to Colmar is to train which takes 6h and costs €65 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Zermatt and Colmar?

No, there is no direct train from Zermatt to Colmar. However, there are services departing from Zermatt, Bahnhof and arriving at Colmar via Visp, Basel SBB and St Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Zermatt to Colmar?

The distance between Zermatt and Colmar is 305 km.

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

The best way to get from Zermatt to Colmar without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs €65 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Zermatt to Colmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zermatt to Colmar train from?

Zermatt to Colmar train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, depart from Zermatt, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Zermatt to Colmar train arrive?

Zermatt to Colmar train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, arrive at Visp station.

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

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Where can I stay near Colmar?

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Zermatt to Colmar - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Zermatt to Colmar by train (Trenitalia), train, or bus

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 Zermatt, Bahnhof to VispExt
2. Take the train from Visp to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
3. Take the train from St Louis to ColmarTer
6h
€65–176
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zermatt, Bahnhof to VispExt
2. Take the train from Visp to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
3. Take the bus from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) to Colmar
6h 4m
€53–161
Train, bus via Bern
1. Take the train from Zermatt, Bahnhof to VispExt
2. Take the train from Visp to BernIc8 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bern to Basel Euroairport FR
4. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Colmar108
7h 27m
€78–163
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Zermatt, Bahnhof to VispExt
2. Take the train from Visp to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
3. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Colmar108
7h 1m
€84–166

Zermatt to Colmar by train and foot

32Weekly Services

6hAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Zermatt to Colmar.

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Distance: 305.4 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Zermatt, Switzerland and Colmar, France?

You can take a train from Zermatt, Bahnhof to Colmar via Visp, Basel SBB, Basel SBB, and St Louis in around 6h.

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