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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Chamonix takes 7h 22m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Chamonix. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 22m
Duration
300 km
Distance
€108
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Basel to Chamonix train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Basel and Chamonix. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Chamonix at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Visp and take an average of 7h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)13h 15m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 15m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 15m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 15m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 15m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 15m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 15m • 3 changes
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    SBB GmbHSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 15m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)5h 15m • 3 changes
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)4h 47m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Basel to Chamonix? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Basel to Chamonix.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 299.5 km
  • Duration: 7h 22m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Visp, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 5h 7m.

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