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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Montpellier is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Montpellier is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Montpellier?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Montpellier. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Montpellier via Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Montpellier?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Montpellier. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Montpellier Saint-Roch via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Montpellier?

The distance between Chamonix and Montpellier is 517 km. The road distance is 441.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Montpellier without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 25m and costs €55 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Chamonix to Montpellier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Montpellier bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Montpellier train from?

Chamonix to Montpellier 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 Montpellier?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Montpellier is to bus via Lyon which takes 8h 42m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €200 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Chamonix to Montpellier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chamonix to Montpellier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Montpellier?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Montpellier is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Chamonix to Montpellier.

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

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

Book your Chamonix to Montpellier bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Montpellier?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Chamonix to Montpellier by bus, train, car, plane, 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 Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain Tgv
7h 25m
€56–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Montpellier - Sabines Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h
€31–61
Bus via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyonbus S766 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Montpellierbus FlixBus 788 / ...
8h 42m
€35–62
Drive 441.2 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Montpelliercar 441.2 km
4h 38m
€69–99
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Fréjorgues Airport
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL)plane GVA - MPL
7h 36m
€138–361
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
8h 42m
€72–200
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Marseille Provence Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain
7h 42m
€104–289

Chamonix to Montpellier by bus and train

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7h 25mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Montpellier.

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Distance: 516.7 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Montpellier via Lyon in around 8h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Montpellier Saint-Roch via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Annemasse, and Lyon Part Dieu in around 8h 42m.

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