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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Chiavari is to bus which costs €40 - €85 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Chiavari is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Chiavari?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Chiavari. However, there are services departing from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc and arriving at Chiavari via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Bellegarde, Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Torino Porta Nuova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 48m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Chiavari?

The distance between Chamonix and Chiavari is 489 km. The road distance is 384.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Chiavari without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 34m and costs €40 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Chamonix to Chiavari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Chiavari train from?

Chamonix to Chiavari train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Chiavari?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Chiavari is to train which takes 12h 48m and costs €110 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €85 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Chamonix to Chiavari train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Chiavari?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Chiavari is 385 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Chamonix to Chiavari.

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

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Where can I stay near Chiavari?

There are 3065+ hotels available in Chiavari.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Chiavari by bus, train, train (TGV, Trenitalia), 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to TurinN504
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Nuova to ChiavariFb
6h 34m
€44–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to GenoaN504
6h 50m
€40–81
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to BellegardeTer
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Torino Porta NuovaTgv
4. Take the train from Torino Porta Nuova to ChiavariFb
12h 48m
€114–345
Drive 384.5 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Chiavari384.5 km
4h 32m
€60–87

Chamonix to Chiavari by bus, tram, and train

7Weekly Services

6h 34mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 488.8 km
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Chiavari, Italy?

You can take a train from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc to Chiavari via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Bellegarde, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, and Torino Porta Nuova in around 12h 48m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chamonix to Genoa once daily. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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