How to get to Colmar from Amsterdam

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Compare coach, train and flight for Amsterdam to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £406.

Distance: 509 km

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£51

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10h 58m

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1.5 - 3.0kg

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Compare ways to travel from Amsterdam to Colmar

Compare the available ways to get from Amsterdam to Colmar, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Colmar is a coach with an average price of £51.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Colmar:

A coach is £148 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Colmar costing on average £199.

A coach is £356 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Colmar costing on average £406.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Colmar is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 15m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 41m.

Coach takes on average 10h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Colmar including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £110 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £60. The journey takes 10h 28m versus 6h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Amsterdam to Colmar

How to get to Colmar from Amsterdam by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Colmar is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Colmar by train

The most popular day trips by train from Colmar are Strasbourg, Mulhouse, Sélestat, Freiburg im Breisgau and Obernai. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Colmar on Omio.

A view of Strasbourg

Day trip from Colmar to Strasbourg by train

Why visit Strasbourg for the day?

Strasbourg is known for its mix of French and German heritage, canal-lined streets and European institutions. The Grande Île, La Petite France and its striking cathedral give the city a distinct Alsatian character.

A view of Mulhouse

Day trip from Colmar to Mulhouse by train

Why visit Mulhouse for the day?

Mulhouse is an eastern French city shaped by textile wealth and a strong industrial past. It is best known for major car and rail museums, with painted facades and lively squares adding local character.

A view of Sélestat

Day trip from Colmar to Sélestat by train

Why visit Sélestat for the day?

Sélestat is an Alsatian town known for its old centre, humanist library and early Christmas tree tradition. With historic churches, half-timbered streets and a calm setting between Strasbourg and Colmar, it feels rooted in the Rhine plain.

A view of Freiburg im Breisgau

Day trip from Colmar to Freiburg im Breisgau by train

Why visit Freiburg im Breisgau for the day?

Freiburg im Breisgau is a university city at the edge of the Black Forest, known for its medieval centre and Bächle. Its sunny climate, lively squares and green outlook give it an easy-going character.

A view of Obernai

Day trip from Colmar to Obernai by train

Why visit Obernai for the day?

Obernai is an Alsatian town known for its half-timbered streets, medieval walls and nearby vineyards. Its compact centre blends Renaissance architecture, lively squares and a strong regional food and wine culture.

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FAQs: Amsterdam to Colmar

Travel to Colmar easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Colmar.

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There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Colmar including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Colmar is a coach with an average price of £51.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Colmar:

A coach is £148 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Colmar costing on average £199.

A coach is £356 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Colmar costing on average £406.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Colmar is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 15m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 41m.

Coach takes on average 10h 58m.

The Amsterdam to Colmar distance is approximately 509 km.
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Colmar is:
  • Around 83 flights per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Colmar as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Colmar:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Colmar station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Colmar, Place de la Gare.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, KLM, British Airways, Lufthansa, BA Cityflyer, Swiss, TAP Portugal, Air Europa, KLM Cityhopper, Indigo Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, ITA, easyJet, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane to go to Colmar by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Colmar by coach.
  • Travel with Eurostar, TGV, Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, EuroCity to go to Colmar by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Colmar with the following travel companies:
  • 13 direct flights per day with KLM, Swiss, KLM Cityhopper, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, easyJet, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane.
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Colmar often also extend their vacation to go to Strasbourg, Basel, Paris, Zurich, Freiburg im Breisgau. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Colmar and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Amsterdam to Colmar, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Colmar, you can stroll through the Old Town with its cobblestone streets and medieval architecture, enjoy Alsatian cuisine at traditional winstubs, or take a scenic boat tour along the canals. Attend a wine tasting tour in the surrounding Alsace vineyards, or visit the Toy Museum with its collection of toys from different eras. Notable sights include La Petite Venise, Unterlinden Museum, Saint Martin's Church, Bartholdi Museum, and the Marché Couvert.
Two to three days in Colmar is usually sufficient to explore its picturesque old town, visit key attractions such as Petite Venise and the Unterlinden Museum, and enjoy the local Alsatian cuisine.

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