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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Alba is to bus and train which costs €30 - €65 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Alba is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Alba?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Alba. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Alba via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Bellegarde, Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Torino Porta Susa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Alba?

The distance between Chamonix and Alba is 359 km. The road distance is 270.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Alba without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 16m and costs €30 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Chamonix to Alba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Alba train from?

Chamonix to Alba train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Alba?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Alba is to train which takes 11h 22m and costs €90 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Chamonix to Alba train arrive?

Chamonix to Alba train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bellegarde station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Alba?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Alba is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Chamonix to Alba.

How do I get a train ticket from Chamonix to Alba?

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Where can I stay near Alba?

There are 1689+ hotels available in Alba.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Alba by bus, train, train (TGV), 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to TurinN504
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to AlbaRe
5h 16m
€31–63
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to BellegardeTer
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Torino Porta SusaTgv
4. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to AlbaRe
11h 22m
€91–273
Drive 270.2 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Alba270.2 km
3h 54m
€43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to TurinN504
2. Take the bus from Torino - Piazza Carducci to Alba - Autostazione47
5h 55m

Chamonix to Alba by bus and train

8Weekly Services

5h 16mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 358.7 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Alba, Piemonte, Italy?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Alba via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Bellegarde, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, and Torino Porta Susa in around 11h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Alba - Autostazione via Turin, Fermata 3287 - FERRUCCI, Fermata 561 - VINZAGLIO, Metro Vinzaglio, Metro Carducci, and Torino - Piazza Carducci in around 5h 55m.

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