What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales?

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales?

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €11 - €17.

How far is it from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales?

The distance between Chamonix and Cranves-Sales is 94 km. The road distance is 72.5 km.

How do I travel from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales without a car?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales without a car is to bus which takes 2h 12m and costs €29 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales, including transfers.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales is to bus which takes 2h 12m and costs €29 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €60 and takes 3h 14m.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Cranves-Sales is 72 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales.

Where can I stay near Cranves-Sales?

There are 1286+ hotels available in Cranves-Sales.

Chamonix to Cranves-Sales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales by bus, train (TGV), car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus StationSwiss Tours L5301
2h 12m
€30–62
Drive 72.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales72.5 km
46 min
€12–17
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 14m
€22–58
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chamonix to Cranves-Sales72.5 km
46 min
€160–200

Chamonix to Cranves-Sales by bus and train

105Weekly Services

2h 12mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.4 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Cranves-Sales, France?

Swiss Tours operates a bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €10–21 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Taninges via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse, and Gare Annemasse in around 3h 14m.

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