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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Chamonix is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 9h 13m.

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.

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 via Brissago, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

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 18m and costs €65 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m 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 6149+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Ascona to Chamonix - 3 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ascona to Chamonix by bus, train, or car

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

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 18m
€66–132
Drive 221.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ascona to Chamonixcar 221.8 km
3h 19m
€38–55
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 Chamonixbus FlixBus N1524
9h 13m
€39–55

Ascona to Chamonix by bus and train

113Weekly Services

7h 18mAverage Duration

€66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.8 km
Duration: 7h 18m

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

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

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