What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument?

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument?

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Lion Monument?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix station to Lion Monument. However, there are services departing from Chamonix Sud Bus Station and arriving at Luzern via Geneva and Zurich Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Lion Monument?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Lion Monument. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Luzern via Vallorcine, Martigny and Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Lion Monument?

The distance between Chamonix and Lion Monument is 308 km. The road distance is 250.3 km.

How do I travel from Chamonix to Lion Monument without a car?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 160.

How long does it take to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Lion Monument bus from?

Chamonix to Lion Monument bus services, operated by Swiss Tours, depart from Chamonix Sud Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Lion Monument train from?

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

Train or bus from Chamonix to Lion Monument?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Chamonix to Lion Monument bus arrive?

Chamonix to Lion Monument bus services, operated by Swiss Tours, arrive at Geneva Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Lion Monument train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Lion Monument?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Lion Monument is 250 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Chamonix to Lion Monument.

How do I get a train ticket from Chamonix to Lion Monument?

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Where can I stay near Lion Monument?

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Chamonix to Lion Monument - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Lion Monument by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Martigny to LausanneRe33 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to LuzernIr15 / ...
6h 43m
CHF 80–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Station106
3. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to LuzernN33 / ...
8h 1m
CHF 27–59
Drive 250.3 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Lion Monument250.3 km
3h 31m
CHF 41–59
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Airport Bus Stop
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Luzern
5h 26m
CHF 96–282

Chamonix to Lion Monument by train and foot

98Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 308 km
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Lion Monument, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lion Monument via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne, and Luzern in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Lion Monument via Geneva, Zurich Bus Station, and Luzern in around 8h 1m.

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