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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Arbois is to drive which costs €29 - €45 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Arbois is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Arbois?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Arbois. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Arbois via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet and Amberieu En Bugey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Arbois?

The distance between Chamonix and Arbois is 282 km. The road distance is 190.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Arbois without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 45m and costs €55 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Chamonix to Arbois, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Arbois train from?

Chamonix to Arbois 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 Arbois?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Arbois is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can train via Ambérieu-en-Bugey, which costs €55 - €130 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Chamonix to Arbois train arrive?

Chamonix to Arbois train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Amberieu En Bugey station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Arbois?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Arbois is 190 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Chamonix to Arbois.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbois?

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Chamonix to Arbois - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Arbois 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Genevabus
2. Take the train from Genève to Bourg-en-Bressetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Bourg En Bresse to Arboistrain Ter
5h 45m
€57–119
Drive 190.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Arboiscar 190.5 km
2h 32m
€30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Pontarlier to Mouchardbus Autocar
7h 2m
€35–51
Train via Ambérieu-en-Bugey
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Amberieu En Bugeytrain Ter
2. Take the train from Amberieu En Bugey to Arboistrain Ter
7h 23m
€55–127
Train
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Mbx / ...
2. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir / ...
3. Take the train from Lausanne to Frasnetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Frasne to Mouchardtrain Ter
7h 36m
€86–149

Chamonix to Arbois by bus, foot, and train

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5h 45mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.9 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Arbois, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France?

You can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Arbois via Pontarlier - Bus station, Pontarlier, Mouchard, and Mouchard in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Arbois via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Amberieu En Bugey in around 7h 23m.

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