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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 20 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Basel. However, there are services departing from Chamonix and arriving at Basel SBB via Aosta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Basel. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Basel SBB via Vallorcine, Martigny and Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Basel?

The distance between Chamonix and Basel is 300 km. The road distance is 263.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Basel without a car is to train via Visp which takes 5h 51m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Chamonix to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Basel bus from?

Chamonix to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Basel train from?

Chamonix to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Martigny station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Basel?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Basel is to train via Visp which takes 5h 51m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Chamonix to Basel bus arrive?

Chamonix to Basel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Aosta station.

Where does the Chamonix to Basel train arrive?

Chamonix to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Basel is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Chamonix to Basel.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chamonix to Basel?

Book your Chamonix to Basel bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Chamonix to Basel - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chamonix to Basel by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Visp
best
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Mbx / ...
2. Take the train from Martigny to Visptrain
3. Take the train from Visp to Basel SBBtrain Ic6 / ...
5h 51m
CHF 58–260
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Aostabus FlixBus N504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aosta to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N506
6h 25m
CHF 20–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lausannebus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Basel SBBtrain Ic51
5h 55m
CHF 67–189
Drive 263.4 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Baselcar 263.4 km
2h 59m
CHF 43–62
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
4h 38m
CHF 143–359
Train
1. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Basel SBBtrain Ic51
6h 5m
CHF 99–265

Chamonix to Basel by train

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Distance: 299.5 km
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Basel SBB via Vallorcine, Martigny, and Visp in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Basel SBB via Aosta in around 6h 25m.

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