What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace is to drive which costs €14 - €22 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs €14 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Mer de Glace?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Mer de Glace. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Gare Sncf via Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Mer de Glace?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Mer de Glace. However, there are services departing from Genève-Eaux-Vives and arriving at Montenvers - Mer de Glace via Annemasse, Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains and Chamonix Montenvers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Geneva to Mer de Glace?

The distance between Geneva and Mer de Glace is 105 km. The road distance is 85.1 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Mer de Glace without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs €35 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Mer de Glace bus from?

Geneva to Mer de Glace bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Mer de Glace train from?

Geneva to Mer de Glace train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Annemasse station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Mer de Glace?

The best way to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace is to bus which takes 3h and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Geneva to Mer de Glace bus arrive?

Geneva to Mer de Glace bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Chamonix station.

Where does the Geneva to Mer de Glace train arrive?

Geneva to Mer de Glace train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Mer de Glace?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Mer de Glace is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Geneva to Mer de Glace.

Where can I stay near Mer de Glace?

There are 2249+ hotels available in Mer de Glace.

Geneva to Mer de Glace - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Geneva to Mer de Glace by bus, train (TGV), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Chamonixbus FlixBus S500 / ...
3h
€39–62
Drive 85.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Geneva to Mer de Glacecar 85.1 km
1h 2m
€15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Annemasse to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
2. Take the train from Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
4h 1m
€47–66

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Distance: 105.4 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Mer de Glace, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Chamonix hourly. Tickets cost €7–13 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Swiss Tours also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève-Eaux-Vives to Mer de Glace via Annemasse, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chamonix Montenvers, and Montenvers - Mer de Glace in around 4h 1m.

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