How to travel from Berlin to Colmar

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, while a flight costs an average of $480.

Distance: 406 miles (654 km)

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Driving

$73

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$480

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$47

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$156

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(fuel + tolls)

13h 37m

Average total duration

13h 7m

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30m

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5h 6m

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3h 6m

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7h 16m

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6h 46m

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8h 42m

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0.7 - 1.6kg

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2.0 - 3.9kg

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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KLM

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Colmar is a train with an average price of $47 (€39).

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

A train is $27 (€23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Berlin to Colmar costing on average $73 (€62).

A train is $434 (€365) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Colmar costing on average $480 (€403).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Colmar is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 16m.

Bus takes on average 13h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Colmar including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Berlin 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 $73 (€62) compared to roughly $156 (€131) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $83 (€70). The journey takes 13h 7m versus 8h 42m 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 Berlin to Colmar

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:20 AM15h57
    Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    2:17 AMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $431One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:20 AM15h57
    Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    2:17 AMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $431One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • easyJetU21190
    9:45 PM1h25
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    11:10 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $1421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:04 AM12h11
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    10:15 PMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $551One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:57 AM12h18
    Berlin Hbf
    10:15 PMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $551One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    3:26 PM15h14
    Berlin Südkreuz station
    6:40 AMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $441One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    3:19 PM15h21
    Berlin Hbf
    6:40 AMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $441One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    1:50 PM16h50
    Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel)
    6:40 AMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $441One-way
    2 transfers
  • easyJetU25536
    12:20 PM1h30
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    1:50 PMEuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg
    $1551One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW8760
    6:50 AM1h25
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    8:15 AMZurich Airport
    $1601One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW9041 · EW9766
    9:00 AM5h05
    Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    2:05 PMZurich Airport
    $1971One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Berlin 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 Berlin to Colmar.

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There are 3 options to travel between Berlin and Colmar including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berlin to Colmar is a train with an average price of $47 (€39).

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

A train is $27 (€23) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Berlin to Colmar costing on average $73 (€62).

A train is $434 (€365) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin to Colmar costing on average $480 (€403).

The fastest way to travel from Berlin to Colmar is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 16m.

Bus takes on average 13h 37m.

The distance from Berlin to Colmar is approximately 406 miles (654 km).
The average frequency per day from Berlin to Colmar is:
  • Around 94 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berlin 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 Berlin to Colmar:
  • Flights mostly depart from Berlin Brandenburg Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) and arrive in Colmar, Place de la Gare.
  • Trains mostly depart from Berlin Hbf and arrive in Colmar station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berlin to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TGV, Deutsche Bahn to go to Colmar by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Colmar by bus.
  • Travel with easyJet, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, BA Cityflyer, Condor Flugdienst, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, TAP Portugal to go to Colmar by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berlin to Colmar with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 11 direct flights per day with easyJet, Swiss, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air, Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Berlin to Colmar often also extend their vacation to go to Strasbourg, Basel, Paris, Zurich, Freiburg im Breisgau. 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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