How to travel from Annecy to Colmar

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Annecy to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, while a train costs an average of €154.

Distance: 162 miles (261 km)

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€56

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€154

Average price

€107

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9h 49m

Average total duration

9h 19m

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6h 32m

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6h 2m

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4h 1m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Annecy to Colmar is a bus with an average price of €56.

This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Colmar:

A bus is €98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Colmar costing on average €154.

The fastest way to travel from Annecy to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 6h 32m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Annecy and Colmar including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Annecy to Colmar among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €56 compared to roughly €107 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €51. The journey takes 9h 19m versus 4h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Annecy to Colmar

How to get from Annecy to Colmar by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Annecy to Colmar is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:05 PM9h05
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    11:10 PMColmar, Place de la Gare
    391One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:05 PM9h05
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    11:10 PMColmar, Place de la Gare
    391One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • British AirwaysBA751 · BA764
    6:00 PM4h50
    Geneva International Airport
    10:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    3031One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TER17506 · 18552+SNCF | TGV INOUI9898
    5:43 AM6h06
    Annecy station
    11:49 AMColmar station
    931One-way
    2 transfers
  • TER17524 · 18556+SNCF | TGV INOUI5500
    12:43 PM6h58
    Annecy station
    7:41 PMColmar station
    961One-way
    2 transfers
  • TER17952+SNCF | TGV INOUI5500
    11:53 AM7h48
    Annecy station
    7:41 PMColmar station
    961One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:05 AM10h20
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    7:25 PMColmar, Place de la Gare
    401One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:35 PM8h05
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    3:40 AMColmar, Place de la Gare
    411One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 PM10h15
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    9:30 AMColmar, Place de la Gare
    471One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Annecy 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 Annecy to Colmar.

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There are 3 options to travel between Annecy and Colmar including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Annecy to Colmar is a bus with an average price of €56.

This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Colmar:

A bus is €98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Colmar costing on average €154.

The fastest way to travel from Annecy to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 6h 32m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 49m.

The distance from Annecy to Colmar is approximately 162 miles (261 km).
The average frequency per day from Annecy to Colmar is:
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Annecy to Colmar:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg.
  • Trains mostly depart from Annecy station and arrive in Colmar station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Annecy, Gare Routière and arrive in Colmar, Place de la Gare.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Annecy to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Colmar by train.
  • Travel with Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Colmar by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Annecy to Colmar often also extend their vacation to go to Strasbourg, Paris, Basel, Zurich, Mulhouse. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Colmar and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Colmar to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Colmar, you can stroll through the Old Town with its cobblestone streets and medieval architecture, and enjoy Alsatian cuisine at traditional winstubs. Take a scenic boat tour along the canals, attend a wine tasting tour in the nearby Alsace vineyards, or visit the Toy Museum. Explore best sights like La Petite Venise, Unterlinden Museum with the Isenheim Altarpiece, Saint Martin's Church, Bartholdi Museum, and the lively Marché Couvert market.
Typically, 2 to 3 days is sufficient to explore Colmar's charming old town, visit its museums, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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