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Trip Overview

The train between Chamonix and Essen takes 18h 30m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Chamonix to Essen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

18h 30m
Duration
854 km
Distance
€258
Average price
Once a week
Frequency

Chamonix to Essen train times

Trains run once a week between Chamonix and Essen. The service departs Chamonix at 3:28 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Essen at 09:58:00. All services require a transfer at Vallorcine and take an average of 18h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)Transports de Martigny et RégionsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)18h 30m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 854.1 km
  • Duration: 18h 30m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Essen, Germany?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Essen Hbf via Vallorcine, Martigny, Neuchâtel, and Basel SBB in around 12h 51m.

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