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Essen to Chamonix trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Chamonix takes 13h 38m and the fastest train takes 10h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen 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.

13h 38m
Duration
893 km
Distance
€245
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Brigtrain train Ic6 / ...
  3. Take the train from Brig to Martignytrain train R91 / ...
11h
€159–782

Essen to Chamonix train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Essen and Chamonix. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Chamonix at 11:45 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 13h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 893.2 km
  • Duration: 13h 38m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Basel SBB, Brig, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 11h.

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