What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 65 and takes 12h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Glacier Express?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Glacier Express. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Preda via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne, Zürich HB and Chur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

The distance between Chamonix and Glacier Express is 501 km. The road distance is 329.1 km.

How do I travel from Chamonix to Glacier Express without a car?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 9h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

It takes approximately 9h 52m to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Glacier Express train from?

Chamonix to Glacier Express train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Martigny station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express is to train via Zurich which takes 9h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 65 and takes 12h 27m.

Where does the Chamonix to Glacier Express train arrive?

Chamonix to Glacier Express train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Glacier Express is 329 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Chamonix to Glacier Express.

Where can I stay near Glacier Express?

There are 1393+ hotels available in Glacier Express.

Chamonix to Glacier Express - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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

Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain Ice / ...
4. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain R38
9h 52m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus
2. Take the bus from Milan to Luganobus
3. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to St. Moritz, Bahnhofbus 631
12h 27m
CHF 36–65
Drive 329.1 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Glacier Expresscar 329.1 km
4h 48m
CHF 51–74
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain
4. Take the train from Chur to Predatrain
7h 25m
Train
1. Take the train from Martigny to Brigtrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Brig to Bergün/Bravuogntrain 906
11h 22m

Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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53 minAverage Duration

CHF 88Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express.

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Distance: 501.3 km
Duration: 9h 52m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Glacier Express, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Glacier Express via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne, Zürich HB, Chur, and Preda in around 9h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Glacier Express via Milan, Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo, Lugano, Stazione, Lugano, Stazione Nord, St. Moritz, Bahnhof, St. Moritz, and Preda in around 12h 27m.

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