Colmar to Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

73.4 miles 118.2 km · straight line
91.8 miles estimated 147.8 km · driving distance
1h 51min estimated drive time
€16 - €20 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
131° SE bearing direction

How far is Colmar from Zurich?

The distance from Colmar to Zurich is 73.4 miles (118.2 km) as the crow flies. Zurich is located SE of Colmar. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.8 miles, taking about 1h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Colmar is in France, while Zurich is in Switzerland.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Zurich. 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 Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 51min €16 - €20 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 13min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colmar & Zurich

Quick Facts

Colmar
48.08°N, 7.36°E
Europe/Paris
194m elevation
Zurich
47.38°N, 8.54°E
Europe/Zurich
408m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 339 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients