How to travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar

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Compare train and bus for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €70 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, while a train costs an average of €326.

Distance: 150 miles (243 km)

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€70

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€326

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€97

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11h 2m

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10h 32m

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8h 44m

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8h 14m

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4h 11m

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The cheapest way to travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar is a bus with an average price of €70.

This is compared to other travel options from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar:

A bus is €256 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar costing on average €326.

The fastest way to travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 8h 44m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Colmar including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 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 €70 compared to roughly €97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €27. The journey takes 10h 32m versus 4h 11m 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 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar

How to get from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBus
    12:45 PM12h55
    Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
    1:40 AMColmar
    541One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    12:45 PM12h55
    Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
    1:40 AMColmar
    541One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    12:45 PM12h55
    Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
    1:40 AMColmar
    541One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    1:45 PM12h55
    Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
    2:40 AMColmar
    571One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 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 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar.

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There are 2 options to travel between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Colmar including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar is a bus with an average price of €70.

This is compared to other travel options from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar:

A bus is €256 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar costing on average €326.

The fastest way to travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 8h 44m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 2m.

The distance from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar is approximately 150 miles (243 km).
The average frequency per day from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar is:
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar:
  • Trains mostly depart from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station and arrive in Colmar station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arrive in Colmar, Place de la Gare.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Colmar by bus.
  • Travel with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Colmar by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Colmar:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 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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