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How to get from Strasbourg to Colmar

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Distance
63 km
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Checked offer from Strasbourg to Colmar: Bus, about 1h, from €4. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 12, 2026): FlixBus, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver; main departure point: Kehl Main Train .

Distance: 63 km. Data updated on .

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1h – 1h 5min
4 – 9 €
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🚌 Departure from Strasbourg
📍The bus leaves from Strasbourg, from a stop or bus station specified in your booking. Refer to the exact name shown on your e-ticket and locate the boarding bay or spot before departure time.
🚇From central Strasbourg, you can reach the departure point by tram, city bus, bike or on foot depending on the location shown. A taxi is a simple fallback if you have luggage or little time to spare.
⏰Times vary by day and offer. Check the departures shown on the page to spot the first and last services of the day, and plan to leave before the last one.
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⚡ Fastest: 1h
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 12, 2026 for a departure on December 3, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
FlixBus Bus Kehl Main Train €4 5
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver Van / transfer €265 1
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Practical tips

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Check the exact stop on your ticket

Before you leave, open your e-ticket and note the precise name of the departure stop in Strasbourg. A single city can have several boarding points, and that's the main reason people miss their bus.

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Compare before choosing the train

On such a short route, the difference in travel time between modes is often small. Look at the table on the page and weigh the price against the time saved before paying more for a marginal gain.

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Book early for the best fares

The lowest fares go first, especially on weekends, school holidays and during the Christmas markets. As soon as your dates are fixed, book online to keep the widest choice of departure times.

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Arrive early at the departure point

Allow a margin to find the right bay or spot, especially if you don't know the area. The bus won't wait, and a missed departure may mean waiting for the next one.

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Avoid the last departure of the day

If you need to get back in the evening, don't aim for the very last departure. A delay or hiccup could leave you with no option. Pick an earlier service and keep yourself a safety margin.

The journey experience

Strasbourg → Colmar is one of those short hops across the Alsace plain where the real challenge isn't saving hours, but not going to the wrong departure point or paying more than you need to. Good news: you can easily compare the options shown on the page, with durations and price ranges side by side.

The bus is the option highlighted here: it takes you from one city to the other with no fuss, comfortable seats, often wifi, and room for a bag. It's a very practical choice if you travel without a car and want an e-ticket delivered instantly to your phone, plus a controlled budget for a weekend or a trip along the Alsace wine route.

Our advice: book online as soon as your dates are set, then check your ticket for the exact name of the departure stop and the arrival stop in Colmar. This simple habit avoids the most common mistake, showing up at the wrong place. Also keep a safety margin before the last departure of the day, so you can travel with peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions — Strasbourg → Colmar

Why visit Colmar?

  • ✓ Stroll through Little Venice and its half-timbered houses along the Lauch, on foot or by boat
  • ✓ Admire the Isenheim Altarpiece at the Unterlinden Museum, Grünewald's masterpiece
  • ✓ Follow the Alsace Wine Route by bike or car, village by village as far as Eguisheim
  • ✓ Visit the Pfister House and the House of Heads, Renaissance gems of the historic centre
  • ✓ Explore Colmar's Christmas market, with its wooden chalets, bredele biscuits and mulled wine
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Recommended stay
1 to 3 nights — compact centre easily explored on foot, with nearby wine villages to discover

When to visit Colmar?

SEMI-CONTINENTAL CLIMATE

April to October, plus late November to December — mild, flowery weather in summer, magical Christmas market atmosphere

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What to do in Colmar?

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Petite Venise and Tanners' Quarter
Along the Lauch river, colourful half-timbered houses and canals form Colmar's photogenic heart. Come early morning or after 7pm to avoid crowds. The 30-minute boat ride costs around 9€ and gives a different perspective on the façades. Walking the quay of the Poissonnerie is free.
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Issenheim Altarpiece, Unterlinden Museum
A former Dominican convent houses Grünewald's masterpiece, the Issenheim Altarpiece (16th century), striking in its intensity. The museum also shows modern art, including Monet and Picasso. Tickets cost around 14€. Book online in high season and visit early afternoon, when it is quieter.
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Saint-Martin Collegiate Church and Old Town
This 13th-century pink sandstone Gothic church dominates the historic centre. Nearby, the Maison Pfister and the Maison des Têtes, with its 106 sculpted faces, are worth a look. Entry to the collegiate church is free or costs a few euros. Then wander the pedestrian lanes, quiet late in the day.
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Tasting on the Alsace Wine Route
Colmar is the gateway to the Alsace Wine Route. Riesling, gewurztraminer and pinot gris can be tasted at growers in Eguisheim, Riquewihr or Kaysersberg, 10 to 20 minutes by car. Expect 5 to 10€ per tasting, often refunded on purchase. Book on weekends, and nominate a designated driver.
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Covered Market and Alsatian Specialities
Opened in 1865 beside the Lauch, the covered market gathers local cheeses, charcuterie, breads and pastries. Try munster, bredele and kougelhopf. Open Tuesday to Saturday, it is liveliest in the morning. A nearby winstub serves choucroute or tarte flambée for 12 to 18€.
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Bartholdi Museum and Statue of Liberty
The birthplace of sculptor Auguste Bartholdi traces the creation of the Statue of Liberty, with models, drawings and period furniture. Entry is around 6€. One hour is enough. On the road toward Strasbourg, a roundabout holds a 12-metre replica, ideal for a quick photo stop.
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Cycling the Vineyards to Eguisheim
A cycle path links Colmar to Eguisheim, a circular village ranked among France's most beautiful, in about 7 km through the vines. Bike rental starts at 15€ per day. Set off in the morning, lunch there and ride back before late afternoon, when the light turns the vines golden.

How long to visit Colmar?

1 to 2 days

Allow 1 to 2 days: one day is enough for the historic centre (Little Venice, Maison des Têtes, Saint-Martin Collegiate Church, Unterlinden Museum) on foot. With a second day, add the Alsace Wine Route (Eguisheim, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg) by car or bike. Book the Unterlinden Museum online and avoid weekends for Little Venice, which gets very crowded, especially in December during the Christmas markets.

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