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 21 - SFr 65 and takes 6h 15m.

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 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Chamonix and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Geneva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

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 37m.

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 37m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m 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 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 37m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 21 - SFr 65 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Chamonix to Zurich bus arrive?

Chamonix to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva 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?

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

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Chamonix to Zurich - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 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 37m
CHF 108–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Genevabus FlixBus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Stationbus 3909
6h 15m
CHF 21–65
Drive 290.4 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Zurichcar 290.4 km
3h 18m
CHF 49–71
Bus to Geneva International Airport, 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 121–331
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 50m
CHF 111–179
Bus to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
6h 8m
CHF 84–210

Chamonix to Zurich by train

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Distance: 319.2 km
Duration: 5h 37m

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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Zurich Bus Station via Geneva in around 6h 15m.

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