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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Loudes is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Loudes is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Loudes?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix station to Loudes. However, there are services departing from Chamonix - Bus Station and arriving at CHASPUZAC - Aéroport via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station and LE PUY-EN-VELAY - Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Loudes?

The distance between Chamonix and Loudes is 388 km. The road distance is 344.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Loudes without a car is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Chamonix to Loudes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Loudes bus from?

Chamonix to Loudes bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Chamonix - Bus Station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Loudes?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Loudes is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €140 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Chamonix to Loudes bus arrive?

Chamonix to Loudes bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Loudes?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Loudes is 345 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Chamonix to Loudes.

Where can I stay near Loudes?

There are 560+ hotels available in Loudes.

Chamonix to Loudes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Loudes by bus, train (TGV), car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Le Puy-en-VelayBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 50m
€30–59
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Lyon Part DieuTer
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
3. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Le Puy En VelayTer
8h 50m
€112–139
Drive 344.6 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Loudes344.6 km
4h 10m
€54–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Lyon
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Saint-Étienne736 / ...
3. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Le Puy En VelayTer
10h 6m
€42–61

Chamonix to Loudes by bus

6Weekly Buses

8h 50mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.6 km
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Loudes, France?

You can take a bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to CHASPUZAC - Aéroport via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station, Le Puy-en-Velay, and LE PUY-EN-VELAY - Gare Routière in around 8h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Loudes via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Lyon Part Dieu, St Etienne Chateaucreux, and Le Puy En Velay in around 8h 50m.

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