What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Zurich?

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamonix to Zurich?

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Zurich is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Zürich HB via Vallorcine, Martigny and Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Zurich?

The distance between Chamonix and Zurich is 319 km. The road distance is 290.4 km.

How do I travel from Chamonix to Zurich without a car?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 210.

How long does it take to get from Chamonix to Zurich?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Chamonix to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Zurich bus from?

Chamonix to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Zurich train from?

Chamonix to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Martigny station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Zurich?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Zurich is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Chamonix to Zurich bus arrive?

Chamonix to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Zurich train arrive?

Chamonix to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Zurich is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Chamonix to Zurich.

How do I get a train ticket from Chamonix to Zurich?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chamonix to Zurich?

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There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Zurich by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
5h 36m
CHF 109–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Zurich Bus Stationbus 144
5h 40m
CHF 30–50
Drive 290.4 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Zurichcar 290.4 km
3h 18m
CHF 52–75
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3h 33m
CHF 130–351
Train via Visp
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Martigny to Visptrain R91
3. Take the train from Visp to Zürich HBtrain Ic8 / ...
5h 48m
CHF 112–189

Chamonix to Zurich by train

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Distance: 319.2 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zürich HB via Vallorcine, Martigny, and Lausanne in around 5h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Zurich Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 30–50 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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