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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Lausanne is to bus which costs SFr 11 - SFr 21 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Lausanne is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 26.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Lausanne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chamonix and arriving at Lausanne. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Lausanne via Vallorcine and Martigny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Lausanne?

The distance between Chamonix and Lausanne is 144 km. The road distance is 108.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Lausanne without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs SFr 11 - SFr 21.

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

The bus from Chamonix to Lausanne takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Lausanne bus from?

Chamonix to Lausanne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Lausanne train from?

Chamonix to Lausanne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Lausanne is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs SFr 11 - SFr 21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 100 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Chamonix to Lausanne bus arrive?

Chamonix to Lausanne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lausanne station.

Where does the Chamonix to Lausanne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Lausanne is 109 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Chamonix to Lausanne.

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

Book your Chamonix to Lausanne train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Chamonix to Lausanne bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lausanne?

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Lausannebus FlixBus N1524 / ...
2h 10m
CHF 11–21
Train
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Vallorcinetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir / ...
2h 52m
CHF 43–100
Drive 108.5 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Lausannecar 108.5 km
1h 29m
CHF 18–26

Chamonix to Lausanne by bus

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Distance: 144 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Chamonix to Lausanne 3 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 11–19 and the journey takes 2h 10m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lausanne via Vallorcine and Martigny in around 2h 52m.

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