The cheapest and fastest trains from Nîmes to Colmar
Cheapest price
$131
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Colmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Colmar will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $131.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nîmes for Colmar on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 527 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 7 h 19 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.
1:27 PM5h14Nîmes6:41 PMColmar$1311One-way0 transfers
2:19 PM7h19Nîmes9:38 PMColmar$2321One-way0 transfers
1:27 PM5h14Nîmes6:41 PMColmar$1311One-way0 transfers
2:19 PM7h19Nîmes9:38 PMColmar$2321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Nîmes to Colmar
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 327 miles (527 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$140 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $210 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 6m Average total duration 13h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nîmes to Colmar:
A bus is $79 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Colmar costing on average $140 (€112).
Other travel options to Colmar take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 36m.
The journey is about 1h 36m faster (5h 8m by train vs 6h 44m by car) and roughly $70 (€56) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($140 (€112) vs $210 (€168)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nîmes to Colmar train times
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Colmar trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:27 PM Nîmes | 5h14 | 6:41 PM Colmar | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:19 PM Nîmes | 7h19 | 9:38 PM Colmar | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nîmes to Colmar
Trains from Nîmes to Colmar run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€55) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 327 miles (527 km) distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 327 miles (527 km) |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€55) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 6:50 AM |
Last train 10:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Nîmes to Colmar trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nîmes and Colmar from $46 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
FAQs: Trains from Nîmes to Colmar
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nîmes to Colmar
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire.
- Le Cheval Blanc
- Restaurant La Table du 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hôtel Empire
- Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre
- Hôtel Marquis de la Baume
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Paris, regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram-bus: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Fer Rouge
- La Maison des Têtes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Saint-Martin
- Hôtel Le Colombier
- Hôtel Turenne
- Located in the main hall
- 148 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line A
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