- Must visit
Palais du Tau
Museum in the former archbishop’s palace beside the cathedral, displaying coronation-related treasures and sculptures tied to French royal history.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
277 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colmar to Reims is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colmar to Reims will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 2 trains that leave Colmar for Reims on Tue, Jun 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 30 the direct trains cover the 277 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Tue, Jun 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colmar to Reims among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Colmar to Reims:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colmar to Reims costing on average $80 (€66).
Other travel options to Reims take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
The journey is about 2h 3m faster (2h 5m by train vs 4h 8m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($80 (€66) vs $108 (€89)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Colmar to Reims trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:06 PM Colmar | 2h39 | 4:45 PM Reims | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:06 PM Colmar | 2h39 | 5:45 PM Reims | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Colmar to Reims run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 4:49 AM |
Last train 8:42 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Museum in the former archbishop’s palace beside the cathedral, displaying coronation-related treasures and sculptures tied to French royal history.
Major museum in a former royal abbey, covering Reims history from prehistory to the Renaissance. The abbey complex itself is part of the city’s UNESCO ensemble.
The city’s fine arts museum with paintings, drawings and decorative arts, valued for its strong regional and European collections.
Reims’ main central square and pedestrian promenade, lively day and night and a natural base for exploring the city center.
Historic square with a statue of Louis XV, appreciated for its formal layout and refined architectural setting.
One of the oldest urban spaces in Reims, built over Roman remains and surrounded by notable historic buildings.
The region’s world-famous sparkling wine, produced around Reims using the traditional method and central to local identity and celebrations.
Pink biscuits from Reims, lightly flavored with vanilla and traditionally dipped in Champagne; one of the city’s signature sweet specialties.
A pressed, seasoned ham set in jelly, usually served cold with mustard; a classic charcuterie specialty closely associated with Reims.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant near the center, known for refined modern French cuisine and polished service.
Popular casual spot known for fresh French cooking and a relaxed atmosphere, appreciated for quality ingredients and careful preparation.
An iconic longstanding Reims institution, loved for its colorful decor, Champagne list, and classic regional dishes.
Moderate by French standards: bakeries and cafes are affordable, while Champagne houses and fine dining raise costs.
Service is usually included. Locals may round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and small change for taxis.
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Gare de Reims, Reims -> Place Drouet d'Erlon, Reims
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