Colmar to Marseille: Road Trip Guide & Distance

344.1 miles 553.7 km · straight line
450.2 miles actual route 724.6 km · driving distance
7h 36min estimated drive time
€80 - €99 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
197° SSW bearing direction

How far is Colmar from Marseille?

The distance from Colmar to Marseille is 344.1 miles (553.7 km) as the crow flies. Marseille is located SSW of Colmar. By car, the driving distance is approximately 450.2 miles, taking about 7h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Colmar and Marseille. 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 Colmar to Marseille

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 36min €80 - €99 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 7min $36–$68* Budget
Train ~7h 13min $54–$158* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colmar & Marseille

Quick Facts

Colmar
48.08°N, 7.36°E
Europe/Paris
194m elevation
Marseille
43.30°N, 5.37°E
Europe/Paris
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 115 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 72.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM