How to travel from Düsseldorf to Colmar

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Compare bus, flight, and train for Düsseldorf to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, while a flight costs an average of €441.

Distance: 218 miles (352 km)

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€49

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€441

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€76

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10h 12m

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9h 42m

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Compare ways to travel from Düsseldorf to Colmar

Compare the available ways to get from Düsseldorf to Colmar, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Colmar is a train with an average price of €13.

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

A train is €36 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Colmar costing on average €49.

A train is €428 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Colmar costing on average €441.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Colmar is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 33m.

Bus takes on average 10h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Düsseldorf and Colmar including taking a bus, flight, and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Düsseldorf 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 €49 compared to roughly €76 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €28. The journey takes 9h 42m versus 5h 8m 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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How to get from Düsseldorf to Colmar by train, bus or flight.

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

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FAQs: Travel from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Colmar.

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There are 3 options to travel between Düsseldorf and Colmar including taking a bus, flight, and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Colmar is a train with an average price of €13.

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

A train is €36 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Düsseldorf to Colmar costing on average €49.

A train is €428 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Colmar costing on average €441.

The fastest way to travel from Düsseldorf to Colmar is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 28m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 33m.

Bus takes on average 10h 12m.

The distance from Düsseldorf to Colmar is approximately 218 miles (352 km).
The average frequency per day from Düsseldorf to Colmar is:
  • Around 63 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Düsseldorf to Colmar:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dusseldorf Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Düsseldorf Hbf and arrive in Colmar station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf and arrive in Colmar, Place de la Gare.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Düsseldorf to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Colmar by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Colmar by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, BA Cityflyer, Condor Flugdienst, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Smartwings, GetJet Airlines, ITA to go to Colmar by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Düsseldorf to Colmar:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Eurowings, Smartwings.
Omio customers who travel from Düsseldorf 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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