The average train between Basel and Chamonix takes 6h 59m 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.
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 10:28 PM which arrives into Chamonix at 8:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Visp and take an average of 6h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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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.
No, there is no direct train from Basel to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Chamonix station via Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.
Basel to Chamonix train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Chamonix train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Martigny station.
Book your Basel to Chamonix train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Transports de Martigny et Régions and 2 other operators.
The distance between Basel and Chamonix is 189.3 km. The road distance is 299 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Visp, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 5h 29m.