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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Lenk is to drive which costs SFr 21 - SFr 35 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Lenk is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Lenk?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Lenk. However, there are services departing from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc and arriving at Lenk im Simmental via Vallorcine, Martigny, Visp, Spiez and Zweisimmen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Lenk?

The distance between Chamonix and Lenk is 206 km. The road distance is 134.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Lenk without a car is to train via Visp which takes 6h 1m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Chamonix to Lenk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Lenk train from?

Chamonix to Lenk train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, depart from Vallorcine station.

Where does the Chamonix to Lenk train arrive?

Chamonix to Lenk train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, arrive at Martigny station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Lenk?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Lenk is 135 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Chamonix to Lenk.

Where can I stay near Lenk?

There are 1746+ hotels available in Lenk.

Chamonix to Lenk - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chamonix to Lenk by train (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.

Train via Visp
best
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
2. Take the train from Martigny to VispIr
3. Take the train from Visp to SpiezIc8 / ...
4. Take the train from Spiez to ZweisimmenR11 / ...
6h 1m
CHF 53–146
Drive 134.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Lenk134.8 km
2h 12m
CHF 22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
2. Take the train from Martigny to MontreuxIr / ...
3. Take the train from Montreux to Zweisimmen30 / ...
6h 46m
CHF 67–136

Chamonix to Lenk by train

98Weekly Trains

6h 1mAverage Duration

CHF 53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.5 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Lenk, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc to Lenk im Simmental via Vallorcine, Martigny, Visp, Spiez, and Zweisimmen in around 6h 1m.

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