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 €35 - €65 and takes 8h 34m.

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 26m and costs €60 - €95.

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, Bellegarde, Avignon Tgv and Avignon Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Arles?

The distance between Chamonix and Arles is 502 km. The road distance is 403.2 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 38m and costs €100 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Chamonix to Arles, including transfers.

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 bus via Grenoble which takes 8h 28m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €95 - €190 and takes 8h 21m.

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 Bellegarde station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Arles?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Arles is 403 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Chamonix to Arles.

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

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Where can I stay near Arles?

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Chamonix to Arles - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Chamonix to Arles by bus, train, car, plane, or train (TGV)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus StationSwiss Tours L5301
2. Take the train from Geneve to Avignon TgvTgv
6h 38m
€102–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus StationSwiss Tours L5301
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus station to Avignon
8h 34m
€36–62
Bus via Grenoble
1. Take the bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Grenoble - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Grenoble - Bus Station to Avignon - Le Pontet - Le Lac StopBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 28m
€40–71
Drive 403.2 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Arles403.2 km
4h 26m
€63–91
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly, train
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 Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)LYS - MRS
3. Take the train from Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Arles
6h 35m
€101–256
Bus, train via Valence
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Annecy
2. Take the train from Annecy to Valence VilleTer
3. Take the train from Valence Ville to ArlesTer
8h 7m
€78–135
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to BellegardeTer
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Avignon TgvTgv
8h 21m
€97–188
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Airport Bus Stop
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)GVA - MRS
3. Take the train from Vitrolles Aeroport Marseille to Arles
8h 13m
€102–290

Chamonix to Arles by bus, foot, and train

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6h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 502.4 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Arles via Grenoble - Bus Station, Le Lac, Gare Centre, and Avignon Centre in around 8h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Arles via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Bellegarde, Avignon Tgv, and Avignon Centre in around 8h 21m.

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