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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Arles is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 10h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Arles is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Arles?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Arles. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at ARLES - Clémenceau via Lyon - Gerland Bus Station, Parnasse and NÎMES - Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Arles?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Arles. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Arles via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse, Avignon Tgv and Avignon Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Arles?

The distance between Chamonix and Arles is 475 km. The road distance is 398.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Arles without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 11m and costs €70 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Chamonix to Arles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Arles bus from?

Chamonix to Arles bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Arles train from?

Chamonix to Arles 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 Arles?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Arles is to train which takes 8h 22m and costs €100 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus via Lyon, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Chamonix to Arles bus arrive?

Chamonix to Arles bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Arles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Arles?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Arles is 399 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Chamonix to Arles.

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

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Chamonix to Arles - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chamonix to Arles by bus, train, car, plane, or train (TGV)

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, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv to Arlestrain Tgv
6h 11m
€70–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Avignon - Le Pontet - Le Lac Stopbus
3. Take the bus from PEM Gare Routière to Gorodichebus 707
10h 47m
€34–65
Bus, train via Valence
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Annecy to Valence Villetrain Ter
3. Take the train from Valence Ville to Arlestrain Ter
8h 6m
€67–143
Drive 398.8 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Arlescar 398.8 km
4h 30m
€63–91
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane LYS - MRS
3. Take the train from Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Arlestrain
6h 35m
€100–271
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Annemassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Annemasse to Avignon Tgvtrain Tgv
8h 22m
€104–182
Bus via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 36m
€38–71

Chamonix to Arles by bus, foot, and train

13Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 474.8 km
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Arles, France?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Arles via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse, Avignon Tgv, and Avignon Centre in around 8h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to ARLES - Clémenceau via Lyon - Gerland Bus Station, Nîmes - Parnasse Bus Station, Parnasse, Lycee Cci, and NÎMES - Gare Routière in around 9h 36m.

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