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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Champel is to rideshare which costs SFr 7 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Champel is to drive which takes 52 min and costs SFr 13 - SFr 19.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Champel?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix station to Champel. However, there are services departing from Chamonix Sud Bus Station and arriving at Genève-Champel, gare/Peschier via Genève, Alpes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Champel?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Champel. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Genève-Champel via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet and Annemasse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Champel?

The distance between Chamonix and Champel is 84 km. The road distance is 81.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Champel without a car is to bus and line 1 bus which takes 1h 35m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Chamonix to Champel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Champel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Champel train from?

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

Train or bus from Chamonix to Champel?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Champel is to bus and line 1 bus which takes 1h 35m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 55 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Chamonix to Champel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chamonix to Champel train arrive?

Chamonix to Champel 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 Champel?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Champel is 81 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Chamonix to Champel.

Where can I stay near Champel?

There are 617+ hotels available in Champel.

Can I share a ride from Chamonix to Champel?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chamonix and Champel. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chamonix to Champel - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Champel by bus, train (TGV), rideshare, 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 1 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus StationSwiss Tours L5301
2. Take the bus from Genève, Alpes to Genève-Champel, gare/Peschier1
1h 35m
CHF 17–37
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Genève81.9 km
1h 17m
CHF 7
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
2h 59m
CHF 20–53
Drive 81.2 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Champel81.2 km
52 min
CHF 14–19

Chamonix to Champel by bus

107Weekly Buses

1h 35mAverage Duration

CHF 17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84 km
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Genève-Champel, gare/Peschier via Geneva Bus Station and Genève, Alpes in around 1h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Genève-Champel via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Annemasse in around 2h 59m.

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