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Unterlinden Museum
Colmar’s premier art museum, housed in a former Dominican convent and a modern extension. Famous for the Isenheim Altarpiece and major collections of medieval, Renaissance, and modern art.
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Colmar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Colmar will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Stuttgart to Colmar without transferring at least once.
TGV 9576+
12177
TGV 9576+
832307
ICE 9584+
96277
TGV 9576+
96219
ICE 9584+
96277
TGV 9576+
832307
TGV 9576+
96219
TGV 9576+
12177Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$82 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $235 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 4m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stuttgart to Colmar:
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Colmar costing on average $82 (€67).
A bus is $210 (€172) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Colmar costing on average $235 (€192).
Other travel options to Colmar take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
Flight takes on average 11h 4m.
You'll arrive about 48m sooner (1h 58m by train vs 2h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $82 (€67) compared to roughly $43 (€35) 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 Stuttgart to Colmar trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TGV 9576+ 12177 | 9:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h29 | 12:39 PM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9576+ 832307 | 9:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h46 | 11:56 AM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
TGV 9576+ 96219 | 9:10 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h11 | 12:21 PM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
ICE 9584+ 96277 | 10:52 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 2h29 | 1:21 PM Colmar station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stuttgart to Colmar run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
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Colmar’s premier art museum, housed in a former Dominican convent and a modern extension. Famous for the Isenheim Altarpiece and major collections of medieval, Renaissance, and modern art.
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Family-friendly museum with historic toys, model trains, dolls, and games. Popular with visitors traveling with children and those interested in nostalgic collections.
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The canal district is Colmar’s most famous strolling area, especially popular for photos and short boat rides. It is one of the city’s top social-media spots.
Picturesque waterfront lane in the old fishmongers’ district. Its colorful houses reflected in the water make it one of Colmar’s most photogenic local favorites.
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Alsace’s iconic sauerkraut platter, served with sausages, pork, and potatoes. It reflects the strong regional food traditions of northeastern France.
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A celebrated fine dining restaurant led by chef Jean-Yves Schillinger, offering refined cuisine and an elegant setting in Colmar’s picturesque center.
A well-known traditional Alsatian restaurant in central Colmar, appreciated for regional classics such as tarte flambée and choucroute in a warm, rustic setting.
An established brasserie near Petite Venise, known for Alsatian specialties, local wines, and a lively terrace atmosphere popular with visitors and locals.
Moderate by French standards. Cafés and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and tourist-area dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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