Bordeaux to Colmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

438.8 miles 706.1 km · straight line
549 miles actual route 883.5 km · driving distance
9h 17min estimated drive time
€98 - €120 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
56° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bordeaux from Colmar?

The distance from Bordeaux to Colmar is 438.8 miles (706.1 km) as the crow flies. Colmar is located ENE of Bordeaux. By car, the driving distance is approximately 549 miles, taking about 9h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in France.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bordeaux and Colmar. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bordeaux to Colmar

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 17min €98 - €120 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 8min $44–$82* Budget
Train ~8h 49min $66–$192* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Bordeaux
44.84°N, 0.58°W
Europe/Paris
6m elevation
Colmar
48.08°N, 7.36°E
Europe/Paris
194m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 146 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM