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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to CERN is to drive which costs €13 - €21 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to CERN is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €13 - €21.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and CERN?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to CERN. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Meyrin, CERN via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse and Genève, gare Cornavin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Chamonix to CERN?

The distance between Chamonix and CERN is 88 km. The road distance is 89.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to CERN without a car is to bus and line 18 tram which takes 1h 51m and costs €18 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Chamonix to CERN, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to CERN train from?

Chamonix to CERN train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station.

Where does the Chamonix to CERN train arrive?

Chamonix to CERN train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to CERN?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to CERN is 90 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Chamonix to CERN.

Where can I stay near CERN?

There are 480+ hotels available in CERN.

Chamonix to CERN - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 18 tram, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chamonix to CERN by bus, tram, 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, line 18 tram
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus StationSwiss Tours L5301
2. Take the tram from Genève, gare Cornavin to Meyrin, CERN18
1h 51m
€19–43
Drive 89.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to CERN89.6 km
1h 3m
€14–21
Train
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Saint-Gervais-Les-BainsTer
2. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to AnnemasseTer
3h 47m
€30–82

Chamonix to CERN by bus, foot, and tram

105Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.5 km
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to CERN via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse, Genève, Genève, gare Cornavin, and Meyrin, CERN in around 3h 47m.

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