If you are using Basel as a base for exploring the border cities of France and Germany, you may want to know how to travel from Basel to Colmar.
Basel is located in the Northwestern region of Switzerland. Colmar is a well-known tourist attraction with its architectural landmarks, museum, and old town. Visiting Colmar is a perfect option for a day trip from Basel as it is only 47 miles or 76 kilometres from Basel. This article will provide details of how to travel from Basel to Colmar.
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How to Travel from Basel to Comar by Bus
Travelling from Basel to Colmar by bus is a cheap and convenient option. On average, there are at least two buses from Basel to Colmar. The buses leave from Basel SBB or the central train station. Travelling by bus to Colmar takes between 70 and 110 minutes, depending on which of the two options you book. The first bus leaves Basel just before 13:00, and the second bus leaves late; it leaves just before 23:00. Both are direct trips from Basel to Colmar. This is a cost-effective option at only Euro 10 for the earlier bus and Euro 14 for the late bus.
You will arrive in Colmar at the Colmar Train Station, from which you can easily access all the delights offered by Colmar.
You can buy bus tickets at the Bus Bud website.
How to Travel from Basel to Comar by Train
To travel from Basel to Colmar by train is easy. You have two options for a station to depart from. The first is the Basel SBB station, or the central station in Basel. The earliest train departs from Basel SBB at 5:21 and the latest at 20:38. There are trains every 20 to 30 minutes. The train trips vary in duration from the shortest at 43 minutes and the longest about 90 minutes. The train ticket costs from Basel to Colmar start at CHF18 (USD19). You can choose between buying train tickets to go to Luxembourg via Mulhouse, where you have to change trains, or going in the direction of Strasbourg via Colmar.
You can also buy train tickets from the Basel EuroAirport to Colmar, but this involves going to Basel SBB first, where you must change trains before going to Colmar.
When you arrive in Colmar by train, you will be at the Colmar train station, where you can easily walk to the Old Town tourism area.
To book train tickets, use the Rail Europe Website.
How to Travel from Basel to Comar by Car
Driving from Basel to Colmar takes only 50 minutes if you have a car. To get to Colmar, you must access the A35 Freeway from Basel. The best thing about driving yourself is you can leave at any time. Bear in mind that some Swiss and French roads are toll roads, requiring payment to use the road.
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When you get to Colmar, here are my suggestions for the best things to do in Colmar. Also, consider the following tours: Colmar ebike guided tour 2 Hour Segway tour in Colmar
Other Options for How to Travel from Basel to Colmar
One alternative is renting a private car transfer from Basel to Colmar. This is one of the pricier options; it will set you back around Euro 180.
Booking a shared ride is another one of the more expensive options for getting to Colmar. There are a variety of options available, but the price starts at around Euro. It is important to book this in advance. To book, use the Ride.Guru Website.