How to travel from Saarbrücken to Colmar

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Compare bus and train for Saarbrücken to Colmar

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Colmar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $64.

Distance: 81 miles (131 km)

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$64

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$33

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2h 34m

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4h 54m

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2h 7m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Saarbrücken to Colmar

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

The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Colmar is a bus with an average price of $33.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Colmar costing on average $64.

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 3h 4m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Saarbrücken and Colmar including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Saarbrücken to Colmar among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $64 compared to roughly $33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$30. The journey takes 2h 34m versus 2h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Saarbrücken to Colmar

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 118786383+SNCF | TGV INOUI2369+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187831128
    2 transfers

Other options

  • TER87189+SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187830925+SNCF | TGV INOUI5537
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Colmar.

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There are 2 options to travel between Saarbrücken and Colmar including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Colmar is a bus with an average price of $33.

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

A bus is $31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Colmar costing on average $64.

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Colmar is by train with an average journey time of 3h 4m.

Other travel options to Colmar take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 54m.

The distance from Saarbrücken to Colmar is approximately 81 miles (131 km).
The average frequency per day from Saarbrücken to Colmar is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Colmar:
  • Trains mostly depart from Saarbrücken Hbf and arrive in Colmar station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Saarbrücken and arrive in Colmar, Place de la Gare.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saarbrücken to Colmar, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Colmar by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Colmar by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Saarbrücken 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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