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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Bilbao is to bus via Annecy which costs €60 - €130 and takes 18h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Bilbao is to bus and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs €60 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix station to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Chamonix Sud Bus Station and arriving at Bilbao via Geneva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet, Massy Tgv, Hendaia and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 47m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Bilbao?

The distance between Chamonix and Bilbao is 885 km. The road distance is 1080 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Bilbao without a car is to train which takes 17h 47m and costs €160 - €440.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Chamonix to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Bilbao bus from?

Chamonix to Bilbao bus services, operated by Swiss Tours, depart from Chamonix Sud Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Bilbao train from?

Chamonix to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Bilbao is to train which takes 17h 47m and costs €160 - €440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €200 and takes 17h 55m.

Where does the Chamonix to Bilbao bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chamonix to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Bilbao is 1080 km. It takes approximately 10h 39m to drive from Chamonix to Bilbao.

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

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

There are 8 ways to get from Chamonix to Bilbao by bus, plane, train (TGV), 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 to Geneva International Airport, fly to Bilbao Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Airport Bus Stop
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)GVA - BIO
5h 33m
€61–195
Bus to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Bilbao Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Malpensa Airport - Milan
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)MXP - BIO
8h 10m
€57–189
Train
1. Take the train from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet to Massy TGV
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to HendayeTgv
3. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-BilbaoE1
17h 47m
€167–435
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus StationSwiss Tours L5301
2. Take the bus from Geneva to BilbaoFlixBus N1157 / ...
17h 55m
€59–192
Drive 1,080 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Bilbao1,080 km
10h 39m
€168–242
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)LYS - BIQ
3. Take the bus from Biarritz - Airport Bus Station to Bilbao
8h 25m
€81–370
Bus via Annecy
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to AnnecyS766 / ...
2. Take the bus from Annecy to BilbaoFlixBus N1156
18h 50m
€63–126
Bus via Chambéry
1. Take the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
2. Take the bus from Chambery Bus Station to Vitoria Gasteiz Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao Intermodal
23h 9m
€79–116

Chamonix to Bilbao by train

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17h 47mAverage Duration

€167Cheapest Price

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Distance: 884.5 km
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Bilbao, Spain?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet, Massy Tgv, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 17h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Bilbao via Geneva in around 17h 55m.

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