There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Hergiswil by train, bus, car, shuttle or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train via Bern
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Take the train from Martigny to Visp
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Take the train from Visp to Bern
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Take the train from Bern to Luzern
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus Station
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Take the bus from Geneva to Fribourg
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Take the bus from Fribourg to Luzern
3 alternative options
Train
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Take the train from Martigny to Lausanne
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Take the train from Lausanne to Luzern
Drive
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Drive from Chamonix to Hergiswil
Shuttle, fly, train
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Take a shuttle bus from Chamonix sud to Geneva Airport
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Fly from Geneva (GVA) to Zurich (ZRH)
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Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Luzern
Chamonix to Hergiswil by train
The train journey time between Chamonix and Hergiswil is around 5h 51m and covers a distance of around 319 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 39m. Operated by SNCF, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), Transports de Martigny et Régions and others, the Chamonix to Hergiswil train service departs from Chamonix Mont Blanc and arrives in Hergiswil NW. Typically 149 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Hergiswil is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 8h 10m.
The quickest way to get from Chamonix to Hergiswil is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 3h 6m.
No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Hergiswil. However, there are services departing from Chamonix Mont Blanc and arriving at Hergiswil NW via Vallorcine, Martigny, Visp, Bern and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.
The distance between Chamonix and Hergiswil is 161 km. The road distance is 288.7 km.
The best way to get from Chamonix to Hergiswil without a car is to train via Bern which takes 5h 51m and costs €80 - €180.
It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Chamonix to Hergiswil, including transfers.
Chamonix to Hergiswil train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Martigny station.
The best way to get from Chamonix to Hergiswil is to train via Bern which takes 5h 51m and costs €80 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 8h 10m.
The quickest flight from Geneva Airport to Zurich Airport is the direct flight which takes 45 min.
Chamonix to Hergiswil train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Luzern station.
- Distance: 161.3 km
- Duration: 5h 51m
What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Hergiswil, Canton of Nidwalden, Switzerland?
You can take a train from Chamonix to Hergiswil via Vallorcine, Martigny, Visp, Bern, and Luzern in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Hergiswil via Geneva, Fribourg, Luzern, and Luzern in around 8h 10m.
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Geneva to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 52 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- SFr 100 - SFr 270
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Martigny to Visp
- Ave. Duration
- 40 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 27 - SFr 50
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Visp to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 57 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 26 - SFr 50
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Bern to Luzern
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 30 - SFr 60
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Martigny to Lausanne
- Ave. Duration
- 54 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- SFr 26 - SFr 50
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Lausanne to Luzern
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 17m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 55 - SFr 110
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
Train from Zürich Flughafen to Luzern
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 26 - SFr 50
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Phone
- +41 27 720 47 47
- info@regionalps.ch
- Website
- regionalps.ch
Train from Martigny to Visp
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 23 - SFr 50
- Website
- RegionalAlps
- Schedules at
- Swiss Railways
- 2nd Class Ticket
- SFr 23 - SFr 27
- 1st Class Ticket
- SFr 41 - SFr 46
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Visp to Bern
- Ave. Duration
- 59 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- SFr 18 - SFr 40
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- SFr 18 - SFr 25
- 1st Class
- SFr 28 - SFr 40
Train from Martigny to Lausanne
- Ave. Duration
- 55 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 23 - SFr 65
- Website
- Trenitalia Eurocity
- 2nd Class
- SFr 23 - SFr 35
- 1st Class
- SFr 45 - SFr 65
- Phone
- +41 22 781 04 04
- Website
- cham-transfers.com
Bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 18
- Website
- Swiss Tours
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Chamonix to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- SFr 7 - SFr 9
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Geneva to Fribourg
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- SFr 10 - SFr 12
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Fribourg to Luzern
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- SFr 11 - SFr 14
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Chamonix Sud - Bus station to Geneva - Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- SFr 8 - SFr 10
- Website
- Blablabus
- Phone
- +41 22 781 04 04
- info@stts.ch
- Website
- cham-transfers.com
Shuttle from Chamonix sud to Geneva Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- SFr 7 - SFr 60
- Website
- cham-transfers.com
- Shared
- SFr 59
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Hergiswil is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Chamonix to Hergiswil.
Swiss offers flights from Geneva Airport to Zurich Airport.
Book your Chamonix to Hergiswil train tickets online with Omio.
There are 156+ hotels available in Hergiswil. Prices start at SFr 87 per night.
The best way to get from Chamonix to Geneva Airport is to shuttle which takes 1h 10m and costs €7 - €60.