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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Altea is to bus which costs €60 - €140 and takes 21h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Altea is to bus and fly and shuttle which takes 6h 51m and costs €85 - €220.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Altea?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Altea. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Altea via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Lyon Part Dieu, Barcelona-Sants, Alicante - Luceros and Benidorm. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 6m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Altea?

The distance between Chamonix and Altea is 1204 km. The road distance is 1248.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Altea without a car is to train and tram which takes 20h 6m and costs €140 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Chamonix to Altea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Altea train from?

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

Where does the Chamonix to Altea train arrive?

Chamonix to Altea train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Altea?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Altea is 1249 km. It takes approximately 12h 5m to drive from Chamonix to Altea.

Where can I stay near Altea?

There are 8195+ hotels available in Altea.

Chamonix to Altea - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, shuttle, and tram

There are 9 ways to get from Chamonix to Altea by bus, plane, shuttle, train, tram, 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 to Geneva International Airport, fly to Alicante-Elche Airport, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Airport Bus Stop
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)GVA - ALC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández ALC to Albir
6h 51m
€90–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon to BenidormFlixBus N1131
21h 25m
€64–139
Train, tram
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Lyon Part DieuTer
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Sants
3. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Alacant/Alicante TerminalEur / ...
4. Take the tram from Alicante - Luceros to Benidorm1
20h 6m
€142–215
Drive 1,248.9 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Altea1,248.9 km
12h 5m
€197–285
Bus to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Alicante-Elche Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Malpensa Airport - Milan
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)MXP - ALC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández ALC to Albir
9h 18m
€91–200
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Valencia Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Airport Bus Stop
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Valencia Airport (VLC)GVA - VLC
3. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Benidorm Estación De Autobuses
8h 48m
€69–263
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Alicante-Elche Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)LYS - ALC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández ALC to Albir
8h 28m
€79–229
Bus to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Valencia Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Malpensa Airport - Milan
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Valencia Airport (VLC)MXP - VLC
3. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Benidorm Estación De Autobuses
11h 20m
€78–235
Bus via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon Part Dieu Gare RoutiereAutocar
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Benidorm - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
22h 15m
€102–181

Chamonix to Altea by train, foot, and tram

6Weekly Services

20h 6mAverage Duration

€142Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,204.1 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Altea, Spain?

You can take a bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Altea via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Benidorm, and Benidorm Intermodal in around 21h 25m.

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