Colmar to Montreux: Road Trip Guide & Distance

115.8 miles 186.3 km · straight line
144.7 miles estimated 232.9 km · driving distance
2h 55min estimated drive time
€26 - €32 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
191° S bearing direction

How far is Colmar from Montreux?

The distance from Colmar to Montreux is 115.8 miles (186.3 km) as the crow flies. Montreux is located S of Colmar. By car, the driving distance is approximately 144.7 miles, taking about 2h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Colmar is in France, while Montreux is in Switzerland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Colmar and Montreux. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Montreux

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 55min €26 - €32 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 30min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 46min $17–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colmar & Montreux

Quick Facts

Colmar
48.08°N, 7.36°E
Europe/Paris
194m elevation
Montreux
46.43°N, 6.91°E
Europe/Zurich
390m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 215.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients