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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Lugano is to bus and train which costs SFr 21 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Chamonix and arriving at Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Lugano via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig, Domodossola and Locarno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Lugano?

The distance between Chamonix and Lugano is 430 km. The road distance is 253.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Lugano without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Chamonix to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Lugano bus from?

Chamonix to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Lugano train from?

Chamonix to Lugano train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Lugano?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Lugano is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 50 - SFr 140 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Chamonix to Lugano bus arrive?

Chamonix to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Chamonix to Lugano train arrive?

Chamonix to Lugano train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Vallorcine station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Lugano is 254 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Chamonix to Lugano.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chamonix to Lugano?

Book your Chamonix to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5873+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Lugano by bus, train, car, 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.

Bus
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1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoN1529 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano076 / ...
5h 50m
CHF 21–73
Train
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to VallorcineTer
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
3. Take the train from Martigny to BrigIr
4. Take the train from Brig to DomodossolaIr / ...
5. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FART72 / ...
6. Take the train from Locarno to LuganoExt
7h 29m
CHF 53–137
Drive 253.6 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Lugano253.6 km
3h 51m
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 HB to Lugano
5h 40m
CHF 132–344
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to MilanN1524
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to LuganoTrenord
6h 15m
CHF 22–45

Chamonix to Lugano by bus

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Distance: 429.9 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Chamonix to Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lugano via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig, Domodossola, Locarno FART, and Locarno in around 7h 29m.

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