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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Modane is to drive which costs €23 - €35 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Modane is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Modane?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Modane. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Modane via Annecy and Chambery Challes Les Eaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Modane?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Modane. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Modane via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annecy and Chambery Challes Les Eaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Modane?

The distance between Chamonix and Modane is 248 km. The road distance is 154.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Modane without a car is to bus and train via Annecy which takes 5h 32m and costs €22 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Chamonix to Modane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Modane bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Modane train from?

Chamonix to Modane 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 Modane?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Modane is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs €27 - €70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €150 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Chamonix to Modane bus arrive?

Chamonix to Modane bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Annecy - Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Modane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Modane?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Modane is 155 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Chamonix to Modane.

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

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Where can I stay near Modane?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Modane by bus, train, car, or train (TGV, Trenitalia)

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Bus, train via Annecy
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Annecy to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanetrain Ter
5h 32m
€22–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Annecy to Chambérybus
3. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanebus
5h 32m
€27–69
Drive 154.9 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Modanecar 154.9 km
1h 55m
€24–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Chambery Challes Les Eauxbus Autocar
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanetrain Ter
5h 47m
€33–90
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Annecytrain Ter
2. Take the train from Annecy to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanetrain Ter
7h 15m
€33–142

Chamonix to Modane by bus and train

59Weekly Services

5h 32mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.1 km
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Modane via Annecy - Bus Station, Annecy, Chambéry, and Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Modane via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annecy, and Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 7h 15m.

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