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Chamonix to Essen trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Chamonix and Essen takes 16h 22m and the fastest train takes 13h 41m. The train service runs several times per day 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.

16h 22m
Duration
875 km
Distance
€278
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Martigny to Visptrain train R91
  2. Take the train from Visp to Basel Bad Bftrain train Ice
  3. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Essen Hbftrain train 43
11h 51m
€220–542

Chamonix to Essen train times

Trains run twice daily between Chamonix and Essen. The earliest departure is at 10:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chamonix is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Essen at 3:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Vallorcine and take an average of 16h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 875.1 km
  • Duration: 16h 22m

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, Visp, and Basel Bad Bf in around 11h 51m.

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