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Musée Unterlinden
Colmar’s premier art museum, renowned for the Isenheim Altarpiece and major medieval to modern collections in a former convent.
Cheapest price
€63
Average price
€67
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Colmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Colmar will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.
It's difficult to get from Karlsruhe to Colmar without transferring at least once.
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96247Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€49 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Colmar:
A bus is €35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Colmar costing on average €49.
Other travel options to Colmar take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 2m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (1h 20m by train vs 1h 47m by car). Tickets start at around €49 compared to roughly €24 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Colmar trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9568+ 2363 | 8:06 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h36 | 9:42 AM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
9576+ 96217 | 9:53 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h28 | 11:21 AM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
9576+ 96251 · 831118 | 9:53 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h19 | 12:12 PM Colmar Saint-Joseph | 2 transfers | |
9590+ 96253 | 12:08 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h43 | 1:51 PM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
9590+ 12177+ 831124 | 12:08 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 3h30 | 3:38 PM Colmar Saint-Joseph | 2 transfers | |
9580+ 96227 | 3:12 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h39 | 4:51 PM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
9572+ 96229 | 3:32 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h49 | 5:21 PM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
9572+ 96229 · 831130 | 3:32 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h01 | 5:33 PM Colmar Saint-Joseph | 2 transfers | |
9560+ 96247 | 6:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 1h46 | 7:51 PM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
9560+ 96247+ 44540 | 6:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 2h33 | 8:38 PM Colmar Saint-Joseph | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Colmar run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 9:39 PM |
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Discover the best of Colmar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Colmar trip today.
Colmar’s premier art museum, renowned for the Isenheim Altarpiece and major medieval to modern collections in a former convent.
A handsome Renaissance palace housing local archaeology, decorative arts, and paintings that trace Colmar’s long history.
A restored Dominican church functioning as a museum space, celebrated for Schongauer’s Madonna of the Rose Bower.
Colmar’s postcard district of canals and half-timbered houses is the city’s most atmospheric walking area and photo spot.
This central pedestrian street is filled with heritage façades and links many top sights, making it ideal for a first walk.
A charming canal-side street with flowered façades and classic Little Venice views, especially lovely at sunset or in winter.
Sauerkraut cooked with white wine and served with sausages and pork. An Alsatian classic deeply tied to the region's Germanic culinary heritage.
Thin pizza-like flatbread topped with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon. A signature Alsatian tavern dish, especially popular with local white wine.
Slow-cooked meat stew marinated in Alsatian white wine with onions and spices. Traditional for festive family meals across Alsace.
Refined dining in a historic house, offering polished seasonal cuisine and Alsatian influences. Elegant atmosphere for a special meal.
Historic winstub serving classic Alsatian dishes in a warm traditional setting near Little Venice. Known for choucroute and tarte flambée.
Well-known traditional Alsatian restaurant with a cozy timbered interior. Popular for hearty regional recipes and local wines.
Moderate for France: hotels can rise in peak season, meals are mid-priced, and the compact center keeps local transport costs low.
Service is included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis may be rounded up; cafés usually just small change.
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Gare de Colmar -> Place Rapp, Colmar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Colmar by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Colmar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karlsruhe to Colmar trains use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Colmar station pair, with some services arriving at Colmar Saint-Joseph. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Colmar train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karlsruhe Hbf is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Vinarte, Am Tiergarten, Panorama, Alter Brauhof
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. ATMs are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Information desks are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Karlsruhe Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Karlsruhe Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Barbarossa, Hotel Avisa, Am Tiergarten, Aparthotel Aijana.
Colmar is 1 km from Colmar city centre. Public transport options include:
Colmar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Fer Rouge, La Maison des Têtes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Colmar. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Colmar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Colmar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Colmar: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Colmar: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint-Martin, Hôtel Le Colombier, Hôtel Turenne.
Colmar Saint-Joseph is 1 km from Colmar city centre. Public transport options include:
Colmar Saint-Joseph has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Colmar Saint-Joseph.
Available at Colmar Saint-Joseph: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Colmar Saint-Joseph: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Colmar Saint-Joseph: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint-Martin, Hôtel Turenne, Ibis Styles Colmar Centre.
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