
Day trip from Saint-Louis to Basel by train
Why visit Basel for the day?
Basel is known for its art museums, Rhine setting and well-kept old town. On Switzerland’s northern border, it feels both historic and distinctly international.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colmar to Saint-Louis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 57 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£14 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Colmar to Saint-Louis:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colmar to Saint-Louis costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Saint-Louis take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 22m.
The journey is about 9m faster (38m by train vs 47m by car) and roughly £17 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£14 vs £31). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Saint-Louis from Colmar by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Colmar to Saint-Louis is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Saint-Louis are Basel, Zurich, Mulhouse, Colmar and Lucerne. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Saint-Louis on Omio.

Basel is known for its art museums, Rhine setting and well-kept old town. On Switzerland’s northern border, it feels both historic and distinctly international.

Zurich combines a global financial role with a calm lakeside setting and a well-kept Altstadt. It is known for banking and shopping, but also for art, river bathing and a distinctly orderly Swiss feel.

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.

Colmar is known for its colourful half-timbered houses, canals and distinctly Alsatian character. Its old centre, wine culture and the Unterlinden Museum give it a strong sense of place.

Lucerne is known for its medieval old town, the Chapel Bridge and its setting on Lake Lucerne beneath the mountains. Historic streets and a calm waterfront give the city a distinctly Swiss character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Colmar to Saint-Louis:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colmar to Saint-Louis costing on average £14.
Other travel options to Saint-Louis take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 22m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Colmar and Saint-Louis as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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