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

The cheapest way to get from Besançon to Chamonix is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Besançon to Chamonix is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Besançon and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Besançon to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from PEM Viotte and arriving at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Pontarlier - Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Besançon and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Besançon to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Besancon Viotte and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Dole Ville, Lausanne, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Besançon to Chamonix?

The distance between Besançon and Chamonix is 272 km. The road distance is 231.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Besançon to Chamonix without a car is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Besançon to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Besançon to Chamonix bus from?

Besançon to Chamonix bus services, operated by Mobigo - Doubs, depart from PEM Viotte station.

Where do I catch the Besançon to Chamonix train from?

Besançon to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Besancon Viotte station.

Train or bus from Besançon to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Besançon to Chamonix is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €85 - €180 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Besançon to Chamonix bus arrive?

Besançon to Chamonix bus services, operated by Mobigo - Doubs, arrive at PEM - Gare station.

Where does the Besançon to Chamonix train arrive?

Besançon to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Dole Ville station.

Can I drive from Besançon to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Besançon to Chamonix is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Besançon to Chamonix.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Chamonix?

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Besançon to Chamonix - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Besançon to Chamonix by bus, train (TGV), or car

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1. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 1m
€31–50
Train
1. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Dole Villetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Dole Ville to Lausannetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lausanne to Martignytrain Ir / ...
6h 11m
€87–172
Drive 231.8 km
1. Drive from Besançon to Chamonixcar 231.8 km
3h 3m
€36–52

Besançon to Chamonix by bus

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6h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 272.2 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Besançon, France and Chamonix, France?

You can take a bus from PEM Viotte to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Pontarlier - Bus station in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Besancon Viotte to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Dole Ville, Lausanne, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 6h 11m.

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