Strasbourg is a city where two worlds meet. The River Ill threads through half-timbered houses, the European Parliament rises in glass and steel, and a thousand years of history echo along the canals. It’s also a city designed for people, not just cars. Its tram network is one of the most celebrated in Europe – clean, silent, and woven so deeply into daily life that it feels like an extension of the streets themselves. But whether you’re crossing the city for a plenary session or simply searching for the best tarte flambée, knowing exactly when your next ride arrives makes every journey smoother.
That’s why we built a dedicated live dashboard on Global Metro Status that unites real-time tram departures, bus times, and live train information from Gare de Strasbourg. No app switching, no uncertainty. Just accurate, second-by-second public transport data for the entire CTS network and the wider Grand Est region.
Strasbourg’s Tram Network: A Six-Line Masterpiece
Strasbourg doesn’t have a metro, but its modern tram system – operated by the Compagnie des Transports Strasbourgeois (CTS) – is a surface-level metro in everything but name. Six lines (A, B, C, D, E, F) interlace the city, the suburbs, and even cross the Rhine into Germany. Trams run frequently, quietly, and with a design elegance that matches the city’s aesthetic.
Tram line highlights
- Line A – The original backbone, running from Illkirch Lixenbuhl in the south to Parc des Sports in the north, serving the central Homme de Fer and the university. A workhorse line that connects multiple key transfer points.
- Line B – From Lingolsheim in the west to Kehl and the German town of Kork, crossing the Rhine on the stunning new tram bridge. It serves the European institutions (Parlement Européen), the Wacken exhibition centre, and connects the French and German networks. A truly international tram journey.
- Line C – Links the Neuhof district to Gare Centrale, providing direct access from the main train station to the city’s core.
- Line D – A cross-town line linking the Rotonde area, the central Homme de Fer, and the Aristide Briand district, with a key stop at the Lycée Kléber.
- Line E – Connecting the southern neighbourhoods to the European institutions, the Orangerie park, and the Robertsau district.
- Line F – The newest addition, creating a ring-like connection and linking the western communities to the centre, easing pressure on other lines.
With our Strasbourg transit dashboard you can:
- See live countdown timers for the next trams at any stop
- View real-time tram positions on the network map
- Receive disruption alerts instantly – track works, event diversions, you’ll know before you leave
Trams glide through the city from early morning until well past midnight. When you’re walking back from a late evening along the canals, a glance at the live board tells you the next tram home is just a few minutes away.
Buses: Reaching Every Corner
The CTS bus network fills the gaps beautifully, reaching the hilltop fortress of Oberhausbergen, the wine villages of the Route des Vins, and the suburban quarters. High-frequency Lianes (structuring lines) and a comprehensive local network ensure you’re never far from a ride. The bus fleet is modern, and many routes connect directly to tram stops, making transfers seamless.
Our platform integrates live bus times just like the trams. Search any stop – from the Orangerie to the Robertsau – and watch the departure boards update in real time.
Train Travel from Gare de Strasbourg
The Gare de Strasbourg is a stunning glass-and-stone jewel, a 19th-century masterpiece wrapped around a modern high-speed hub. From here, you can catch:
- TGV INOUI and OUIGO to Paris Gare de l’Est in just 1h46, one of the fastest TGV journeys in France
- TGV to Lyon, Lille, Rennes, Nantes, Bordeaux, and beyond
- Cross-border trains to Germany: ICE and TGV to Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Munich, and the DB network
- And the essential TER Grand Est regional trains, linking Strasbourg to Alsace and beyond
Our live departure and arrival boards for Gare de Strasbourg are fully integrated. Check your TGV platform, see if the Paris train is on time, or note a last-minute voie change while you’re still admiring the station’s architecture.
💡 Pro tip: Tram C drops you directly at Gare Centrale’s underground station, while the A and D lines serve nearby stops. Use our live tram feed to time your arrival perfectly.
Exploring Alsace & Grand Est with TER Trains
The TER Grand Est network (branded with the region’s Fluo identity for comprehensive mobility services) is your gateway to one of France’s most enchanting regions. From Strasbourg, these regional trains serve:
- Strasbourg – Colmar – Mulhouse (the Alsace Wine Route on rails, with half-timbered villages and vine-covered slopes)
- Strasbourg – Sélestat – Saint-Dié-des-Vosges (into the Vosges mountains)
- Strasbourg – Haguenau – Wissembourg (the northern Alsace, with its fortified towns and forests)
- Strasbourg – Saverne – Nancy – Metz (towards Lorraine and its golden stone cities)
- Cross-border services to Offenburg, Karlsruhe, and beyond (connecting the French and German regional networks seamlessly)
Our real-time boards at Gare de Strasbourg and other stations in the region show every TER departure with live platform numbers, delays, and disruption alerts. While you’re sipping a Gewurztraminer in a winstub, check your 15:09 TER to Colmar and stroll to the station with minutes to spare.
How Global Metro Status Helps You Every Day
Why juggle the CTS app, SNCF Connect, and the Fluo Grand Est site? Here’s what makes our Strasbourg dashboard your essential daily travel ally:
- Unified dashboard: Trams, buses, Gare de Strasbourg mainline trains, and all TER Grand Est regional services in a single feed.
- True real-time updates: We pull live data from CTS and the SNCF/TER open API. Delays and cancellations appear the moment they are declared.
- Cross-border coverage: Search for stations in Germany like “Kehl”, “Offenburg”, “Karlsruhe” – and see live departures just as you would for French stations.
- Service alerts front and centre: Tram works near Homme de Fer? Engineering works on the Paris TGV line? Replacement buses on the Colmar TER? You’ll see everything clearly, before you set out.
- Route explorer: Enter any destination – “Parlement Européen”, “Colmar”, “Baden-Baden” – and get the fastest tram + train + walking combination with live ETAs.
- Mobile-first design: Crisp, readable screens under the Alsatian sun or the gentle glow of a Christmas market stall.
Real journeys our users love:
- The Christmas market pilgrim catching the tram to the Broglie market, then checking the TER to Colmar for an evening visit.
- The European Parliament worker timing the tram B to the Parlement stop with live countdowns.
- The day-tripper crossing to Kehl on the tram, then hopping a DB regional train into the Black Forest.
- The wine lover checking the 10:02 TER to Sélestat for a vineyard bike ride along the Route des Vins.
- Night riders ensuring the last tram home from a canal-side dinner is still running.
Getting Started: A 30-Second Tour
- Open the live page – head to our Strasbourg dashboard. Allow location access for nearby stops, or use the search bar.
- Type any stop or station – “Homme de Fer”, “Gare Centrale”, “Parlement Européen”, “Kehl”, “Colmar”, or any CTS stop.
- Read the real-time board – countdown timers, line numbers, and delay badges appear instantly.
- Tap a route – see full timetables, route maps, and alert history.
- Save your favourites – your daily tram, the weekend TER to the vineyards, the bus to the Orangerie – all one tap away.
Free, no registration needed. Built to make Strasbourg’s blend of French and European charm even more accessible.
Explore Strasbourg Smarter
Strasbourg’s transport network is a mirror of the city itself – elegant, efficient, and borderless. The tram glides you from the Gothic cathedral to the ultra-modern European Quarter in minutes. A TER train leads you into the Vosges foothills, where castles crown every hill. And the cross-border tram to Kehl reminds you that here, France and Germany share more than a river – they share a daily rhythm. When a sudden summer storm sweeps over the plain, or the Christmas crowds fill the streets, your phone will tell you the next tram is just 3 minutes away, warm and dry.
Bookmark our live transit dashboard and let real-time transit data be your silent travel companion in the capital of Alsace. With live status, routes, timetables, and every train – from TGV to cross-border TER – in one place, you’ll spend less time waiting and more time savouring the blend of wine, culture, and history that makes this city unforgettable.
Ready to ride? Check the live board now and see your next tram, bus, or train in real time.