What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Chillon Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Chillon Castle is to drive which costs SFr 13 - SFr 19 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamonix to Chillon Castle?

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Chillon Castle is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 19.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Chillon Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Chillon Castle. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Veytaux, château de Chillon via Lausanne, Parc Vélodrome and Vevey, gare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Chillon Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Chillon Castle. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Montreux via Vallorcine and Martigny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Chillon Castle?

The distance between Chamonix and Chillon Castle is 80 km. The road distance is 78.9 km.

How do I travel from Chamonix to Chillon Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Chillon Castle without a car is to train via Montreux, Escaliers de la Gare which takes 2h 52m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 90.

How long does it take to get from Chamonix to Chillon Castle?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Chamonix to Chillon Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Chillon Castle bus from?

Chamonix to Chillon Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Chillon Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Chamonix to Chillon Castle?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Chillon Castle is to train via Montreux, Escaliers de la Gare which takes 2h 52m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 24 - SFr 35 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Chamonix to Chillon Castle bus arrive?

Chamonix to Chillon Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lausanne station.

Where does the Chamonix to Chillon Castle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Chillon Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Chillon Castle is 79 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Chamonix to Chillon Castle.

Where can I stay near Chillon Castle?

There are 2663+ hotels available in Chillon Castle.

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

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

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Train via Montreux, Escaliers de la Gare
best
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Vallorcinetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Martigny to Montreuxtrain Ir / ...
2h 52m
CHF 38–88
Drive 78.9 km
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1. Drive from Chamonix to Chillon Castlecar 78.9 km
1h 9m
CHF 14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lausannebus 144
3h 54m
CHF 25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Vallorcinetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Martigny to Villeneuve VDtrain
3h 18m
CHF 36–49

Chamonix to Chillon Castle by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 80.4 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Chillon Castle, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Chillon Castle via Vallorcine, Martigny, Montreux, Montreux, Escaliers de la Gare, and Veytaux, château de Chillon in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lausanne once daily. Tickets cost CHF 11–18 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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