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 29 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 40m.

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 station to Basel. However, there are services departing from Chamonix Sud Bus Station and arriving at Basel SBB via Geneva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

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 6h.

How far is it from Chamonix to Basel?

The distance between Chamonix and Basel is 329 km. The road distance is 263.3 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 bus which takes 5h 40m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m 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 Swiss Tours, depart from Chamonix Sud Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Basel train from?

Chamonix to Basel train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, depart from Vallorcine station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Basel?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Basel is to bus which takes 5h 40m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 170 and takes 6h.

Where does the Chamonix to Basel bus arrive?

Chamonix to Basel bus services, operated by Swiss Tours, arrive at Geneva Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Basel train arrive?

Chamonix to Basel train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, arrive at Martigny 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 bus ticket from Chamonix to Basel?

Book your Chamonix to Basel bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 904+ hotels available in Basel.

Chamonix to Basel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Basel by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, plane, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus StationSwiss Tours L5301
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Basel SBBFlixBus N872 / ...
5h 40m
CHF 29–47
Train
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
2. Take the train from Martigny to VispIr
3. Take the train from Visp to Basel SBBIc6 / ...
6h
CHF 66–169
Drive 263.3 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Basel263.3 km
2h 59m
CHF 43–62
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Airport Bus Stop
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
4h 42m
CHF 118–321

Chamonix to Basel by bus

19Weekly Buses

5h 40mAverage Duration

CHF 29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.7 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Basel SBB via Geneva in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Basel SBB via Vallorcine, Martigny, and Visp in around 6h.

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