There are 7 ways to get from Chamonix to Monaco by bus, train, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Bus • 10h 27m
Cheapest option
Bus, train • 11h 21m
5 alternative options
Train • 10h 39m
Drive • 4h 30m
Bus to Geneva, fly to Nice • 5h 23m
Bus to Lyon, fly to Nice • 6h 10m
Bus to Geneva, fly to Monaco • 5h 15m
Chamonix to Monaco by bus
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Monaco is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 10h 27m.
The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Monaco is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs €85 - €130.
No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Villa paloma via Saint-Gervais-les-Bains - Le Fayet and Aéroport Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.
No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Monaco Monte Carlo via St-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet, Bellegarde-sur-Valserine, Lyon Part Dieu and Nice Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 39m.
The distance between Chamonix and Monaco is 536 km. The road distance is 445.2 km.
The best way to get from Chamonix to Monaco without a car is to bus which takes 10h 27m and costs €40 - €65.
It takes approximately 10h 27m to get from Chamonix to Monaco, including transfers.
Chamonix to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains - Le Fayet station.
Chamonix to Monaco train services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from St-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet station.
The best way to get from Chamonix to Monaco is to bus which takes 10h 27m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €210 and takes 10h 39m.
- Distance: 536 km
- Duration: 10h 27m
What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Monaco?
FlixBus operates a bus from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains - Le Fayet to Nice Airport once daily. Tickets cost €35 - €55 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix to Monaco via St-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet, Bellegarde-sur-Valserine, Lyon Part Dieu, Nice-Ville, and Nice Ville in around 10h 39m.
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Geneva to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €190
- Website
- flexflight.dk
Flights from Geneva to Monaco via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 3m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €220
Flights from Geneva to Monaco via Zurich, Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €380
- Website
- monacair.mc
Flights from Geneva to Monaco via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 3m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €220
Flights from Geneva to Monaco via Zurich, Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €380
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Geneva to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €310
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Lyon to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €480
Train from St-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet to Bellegarde-sur-Valserine
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 54m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Nice-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 22m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2Rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Bellegarde
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 54m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €17 - €40
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €17 - €25
- Rail 1st Class
- €26 - €40
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Bellegarde
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €14 - €22
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €14 - €20
- 1st Class
- €17 - €22
Train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €19 - €28
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €19 - €25
- 1st Class
- €21 - €28
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 49m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €80 - €120
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €80 - €110
- 1st Class
- €90 - €120
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €35 - €70
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Aosta to Torino Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €18
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €16 - €18
Train from Torino Porta Nuova to Ventimiglia
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 12m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €19 - €35
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €30 - €33
Frequently asked questions
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains - Le Fayet to Nice Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Chamonix to Aosta
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Chamonix to Geneva Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €9 - €13
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Chamonix to Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €19 - €27
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Chamonix Sud - Bus station to Aosta
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €9 - €14
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Chamonix Sud - Bus station to Geneva - Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €11 - €16
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Chamonix Sud - Bus station to Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €18 - €27
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- Phone
- +41 22 781 04 04
- Website
- cham-transfers.com
Bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Airport Bus Stop
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €20
- Website
- Swiss Tours
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Chamonix to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nice Airport station.
Chamonix to Monaco train services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Nice-Ville station.
Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Monaco is 445 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Chamonix to Monaco.
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