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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Chamonix is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Chamonix is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €35 - €55.

How far is it from Ascona to Chamonix?

The distance between Ascona and Chamonix is 202 km. The road distance is 221.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Chamonix without a car is to line 1 bus and train which takes 7h 12m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Ascona to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Chamonix bus from?

Ascona to Chamonix bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., depart from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio station.

Where does the Ascona to Chamonix bus arrive?

Ascona to Chamonix bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., arrive at Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Chamonix is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Ascona to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6150+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Ascona to Chamonix - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Via Medere and arriving at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Brissago, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

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

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Line 1 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ascona, Centro to Locarno, Piazza Stazionebus 1
2. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
3. Take the train from Domodossola to Brigtrain Ec / ...
4. Take the train from Brig to Martignytrain Ec / ...
5. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Mbx / ...
6. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
7h 12m
€64–146
Drive 221.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ascona to Chamonixcar 221.8 km
3h 19m
€38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T2train Trenord
2. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Terminal 2 to Chamonix Sud Bus Stationbus FlixBus
8h 9m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio to Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1bus 35
2. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus N1524
9h 13m
€44–73

Ascona to Chamonix by bus and train

116Weekly Services

7h 12mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ascona to Chamonix.

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Distance: 201.8 km
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Ascona, Via Medere to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Brissago, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, and Milan in around 9h 13m.

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