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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Magalas is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 13h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Magalas is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Magalas?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Magalas. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at MAGALAS - Av. de la Gare via Lyon, Montpellier - Sabines Tw2, Pezenas - Gare Routiere and Beziers - Gare Routiere. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Magalas?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Magalas. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Magalas via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse, Lyon Part Dieu, Montpellier Saint-Roch and Beziers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Magalas?

The distance between Chamonix and Magalas is 607 km. The road distance is 508.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Magalas without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 40m and costs €85 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from Chamonix to Magalas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Magalas bus from?

Chamonix to Magalas bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Magalas train from?

Chamonix to Magalas train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Magalas?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Magalas is to train which takes 11h 6m and costs €85 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 13h 54m.

Where does the Chamonix to Magalas bus arrive?

Chamonix to Magalas bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Where does the Chamonix to Magalas train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Magalas?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Magalas is 508 km. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Chamonix to Magalas.

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

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Chamonix to Magalas - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chamonix to Magalas by bus, train, car, or train (TGV, Renfe)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Annecy to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sudtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Bezierstrain Tgv
9h 40m
€88–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyonbus
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Montpellierbus
3. Take the bus from Montpellier - Sabines Tw2 to Pezenas - Gare Routierebus 604
13h 54m
€43–69
Bus, train via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Montpellier - Sabines Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Magalastrain Ter
11h 44m
€50–106
Drive 508.4 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Magalascar 508.4 km
5h 21m
€79–115
Bus, train via Montpellier
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Annecy to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sudtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Magalastrain Ter
9h 56m
€73–206
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Annemassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Annemasse to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Bezierstrain Ter
11h 6m
€89–235

Chamonix to Magalas by bus and train

17Weekly Services

9h 40mAverage Duration

€88Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Magalas.

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Distance: 606.6 km
Duration: 9h 40m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Magalas via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse, Lyon Part Dieu, Montpellier Saint-Roch, and Beziers in around 11h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to MAGALAS - Av. de la Gare via Lyon, Montpellier, Montpellier - Sabines Tw2, Pezenas - Gare Routiere, and Beziers - Gare Routiere in around 13h 54m.

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