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 30 - SFr 45 and takes 5h 40m.

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 70.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

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 46m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Zurich?

The distance between Chamonix and Zurich is 369 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 bus which takes 5h 40m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

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

The bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Zurich Bus Station takes 5h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Zurich bus from?

Chamonix to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) 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 bus which takes 5h 40m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 110 - SFr 210 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Chamonix to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Book your Chamonix to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Zurich by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, plane, or train

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1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Zurich Bus Stationbus 144
5h 40m
CHF 30–45
Train
1. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
5h 46m
CHF 118–209
Drive 290.4 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Zurichcar 290.4 km
3h 18m
CHF 49–70
Bus, 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 121–351
Train via Visp
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Mbx / ...
2. Take the train from Martigny to Visptrain R91
3. Take the train from Visp to Zürich HBtrain Ic8 / ...
5h 59m
CHF 116–199

Chamonix to Zurich by bus

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Distance: 368.7 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Zurich Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost CHF 30–45 and the journey takes 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zürich HB via Vallorcine, Martigny, and Lausanne in around 5h 46m.

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