How to travel from Mannheim to Colmar

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Compare bus and train for Mannheim to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. 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 $21, while a train costs an average of $61.

Distance: 109 miles (177 km)

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$61

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$21

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2h 26m

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1h 56m

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3h 35m

Average total duration

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from Mannheim to Colmar

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM5h10
    Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    10:15 PMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM5h10
    Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    10:15 PMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9580+TER96227
    2:42 PM2h09
    Mannheim Hbf
    4:51 PMColmar station
    $971One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9560+TER96247
    5:39 PM2h12
    Mannheim Hbf
    7:51 PMColmar station
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9560+TER96247+SNCF | Autocar44540
    5:39 PM2h59
    Mannheim Hbf
    8:38 PMColmar Saint-Joseph
    $741One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 277+TER96251+Südwestdeutsche Verkehrs-AG87424
    9:37 AM2h14
    Mannheim Hbf
    11:51 AMColmar station
    $781One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:10 PM4h00
    Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße)
    4:10 PMColmar, Place de la Gare
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Colmar.

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There are 2 options to travel between Mannheim and Colmar including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Mannheim to Colmar is a bus with an average price of $21 (€17).

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

A bus is $40 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Colmar costing on average $61 (€49).

The fastest way to travel from Mannheim to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 2h 26m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 35m.

The distance from Mannheim to Colmar is approximately 109 miles (177 km).
The average frequency per day from Mannheim to Colmar is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Mannheim to Colmar:
  • Trains mostly depart from Mannheim Hbf and arrive in Colmar station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Mannheim, ZOB (Heinrich-Von-Stephan-Straße) and arrive in Colmar, Place de la Gare.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mannheim to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TGV, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF | TGV INOUI, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Colmar by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Colmar by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Mannheim to Colmar:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Mannheim 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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