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How to get fromAscona to Chamonixby bus, train, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Ascona to Chamonix by bus, train, or car

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  1. Line 1 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Ascona, Centro to Locarno, Piazza Stazionebus bus 1
    2. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain train 72 / ...
    3. Take the train from Domodossola to Brigtrain train Ec / ...
    4. Take the train from Brig to Martignytrain train R91 / ...
    5. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain train Re / ...
    6. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain train Ter
    6h 27m
    €57–152

  2. Drive 221.8 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Ascona to Chamonixcar car 221.8 km
    3h 20m
    €39–57

Ascona to Chamonix by bus and train

Calendar189Weekly Services
Duration6h 27mAverage Duration
Ticket€57Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 201.8 km
  • Duration: 6h 27m

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

There is no direct connection from Ascona to Chamonix. However, you can take the line 1 bus to Locarno, Piazza Stazione, walk to Locarno FART, take the train to Domodossola, take the train to Brig, take the train to Martigny, take the train to Vallorcine, then take the train to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Alternatively, you can drive from Ascona to Chamonix in around 3h 20m.

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