What is the cheapest way to get from Aarau to Chamonix?

The cheapest way to get from Aarau to Chamonix is to drive which costs €40 - €65 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aarau to Chamonix?

The fastest way to get from Aarau to Chamonix is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Aarau and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Aarau to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Aarau and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Lausanne, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Aarau to Chamonix?

The distance between Aarau and Chamonix is 278 km. The road distance is 248.2 km.

How do I travel from Aarau to Chamonix without a car?

The best way to get from Aarau to Chamonix without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs €110 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Aarau to Chamonix?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Aarau to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aarau to Chamonix train from?

Aarau to Chamonix train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Aarau station.

Where does the Aarau to Chamonix train arrive?

Aarau to Chamonix train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Aarau to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Aarau to Chamonix is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Aarau to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6149+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Aarau to Chamonix - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Aarau to Chamonix by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aarau to Lausannetrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Martignytrain Ir / ...
3. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Mbx / ...
5h 37m
€110–186
Drive 248.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aarau to Chamonixcar 248.2 km
2h 51m
€43–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aarau to Berntrain Ic8
2. Take the bus from Bern to Geneva - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Geneva to Chamonixbus
6h 57m
€48–99
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Aarau to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
3. Take the bus from Geneva Airport to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeurbus
4h 45m

Aarau to Chamonix by train

111Weekly Trains

5h 37mAverage Duration

€110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.1 km
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Aarau to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Lausanne, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 5h 37m.

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