How to get to Colmar from Freiburg im Breisgau

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Compare coach and train for Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £16.

Distance: 37 km

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£16

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£8

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1h 53m

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1h 23m

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52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar is a train with an average price of £16.
The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Colmar including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£8. The journey takes 1h 23m versus 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar

How to get to Colmar from Freiburg im Breisgau by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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train

The best way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9534+TER96213
    7:082h13
    Freiburg Hbf
    9:21Colmar station
    £321One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9534+TER96213
    7:082h13
    Freiburg Hbf
    9:21Colmar station
    £321One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9534+TER96213
    7:082h13
    Freiburg Hbf
    9:21Colmar station
    £321One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9534+TER96213+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187831148
    7:082h28
    Freiburg Hbf
    9:36Colmar Saint-Joseph
    £321One-way
    2 changes

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Best day trips from Colmar by train

The most popular day trips by train from Colmar are Strasbourg, Mulhouse, Freiburg im Breisgau, Sélestat 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 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 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 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: Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar.

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There are 2 options to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Colmar including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar is a train with an average price of £16.
The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 1h 53m.
The Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar distance is approximately 37 km.
The average frequency per day from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar:
  • Trains mostly depart from Freiburg Hbf and arrive in Colmar station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Colmar by train.
Omio customers who travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar often also extend their vacation to go to Strasbourg, Basel, Paris, Zurich, Mulhouse. 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Colmar, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
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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