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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Marseille is to bus via Lyon which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Marseille is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Marseille?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Marseille station. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station via Lyon - Gerland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Marseille?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Marseille. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Marseille St Charles via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet and Annemasse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Marseille?

The distance between Chamonix and Marseille is 528 km. The road distance is 419.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Marseille without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 39m and costs €55 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Chamonix to Marseille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Marseille bus from?

Chamonix to Marseille bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Marseille train from?

Chamonix to Marseille 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 Marseille?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Marseille is to train which takes 7h 33m and costs €100 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus via Lyon, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h.

Where does the Chamonix to Marseille bus arrive?

Chamonix to Marseille bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Marseille train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Marseille?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Marseille is 419 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Chamonix to Marseille.

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

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

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Chamonix to Marseille - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chamonix to Marseille by bus, train, train (TGV), 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv to Marseille St Charlestrain Fr
5h 39m
€55–148
Bus via Lyon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h
€38–71
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Annemassetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Annemasse to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
7h 33m
€107–191
Drive 419.2 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Marseillecar 419.2 km
5h 1m
€64–93
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane LYS - MRS
5h 32m
€86–245
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Turinbus FlixBus N504
2. Take the bus from Turin to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charlesbus N778 / ...
10h 25m
€42–75
Bus to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane MXP - MRS
7h 27m
€70–212

Chamonix to Marseille by bus, foot, and train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 528.3 km
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Marseille St Charles via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Annemasse in around 7h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station via Lyon - Gerland Bus Station in around 8h.

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