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 18 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 55m.

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 36m 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 6h 5m.

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, Lausanne and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Lugano?

The distance between Chamonix and Lugano is 284 km. The road distance is 259.5 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 and train which takes 5h 55m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 30.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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 Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Martigny station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Lugano?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Lugano is to train which takes 8h 19m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 35 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Chamonix to Lugano bus arrive?

Chamonix to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Chamonix to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Lugano is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Chamonix to Lugano.

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

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

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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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus FlixBus N1524
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain S50
5h 55m
CHF 18–30
Train
1. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Bellinzonatrain Ic
8h 19m
CHF 145–422
Drive 259.5 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Luganocar 259.5 km
3h 36m
CHF 42–60
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain
5h 38m
CHF 172–425
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus FlixBus 405 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 5m
CHF 19–35

Chamonix to Lugano by bus and train

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Distance: 284 km
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lugano via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne, and Bellinzona in around 8h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 6h 5m.

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