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 €24 - €40 and takes 2h 1m.

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 2h 1m and costs €24 - €40.

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 - Bus Station and Chambery Challes Les Eaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

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, La Roche-sur-Foron, Annecy and Chambery Challes Les Eaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Modane?

The distance between Chamonix and Modane is 252 km. The road distance is 158.7 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 27m and costs €28 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m 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 39m and costs €29 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €140 and takes 7h 27m.

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 La Roche-sur-Foron station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Modane?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Modane is 159 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Chamonix to Modane.

How do I get a train ticket from Chamonix to 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)

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 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 27m
€28–138
Drive 158.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Modanecar 158.7 km
2h 1m
€25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanebus
5h 39m
€29–56
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
€33–133
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to La Roche-sur-Forontrain 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 27m
€47–140

Chamonix to Modane by bus and train

59Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.9 km
Duration: 5h 27m

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, Chambéry - Bus Station, and Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Modane via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, La Roche-sur-Foron, Annecy, and Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 7h 27m.

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