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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Pilatus is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Pilatus is to drive which takes 4h and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Pilatus?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Pilatus. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Pilatus Kulm via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne, Luzern and Alpnachstad PB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Pilatus?

The distance between Chamonix and Pilatus is 323 km. The road distance is 238.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pilatus without a car is to train and line 83 train which takes 8h 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Chamonix to Pilatus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Pilatus train from?

Chamonix to Pilatus train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Pilatus?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pilatus is to train and line 83 train which takes 8h 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 180 - SFr 240 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Chamonix to Pilatus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Pilatus?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Pilatus is 239 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Chamonix to Pilatus.

Where can I stay near Pilatus?

There are 586+ hotels available in Pilatus.

Chamonix to Pilatus - 4 ways to travel via train, line 83 train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Pilatus by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train, line 83 train
best
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Vallorcinetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re
3. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir / ...
4. Take the train from Lausanne to Luzerntrain Ic
5. Take the train from Alpnachstad PB to Pilatus Kulmtrain 83
8h 9m
Drive 238.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Pilatuscar 238.9 km
4h
CHF 38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Genevabus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Stationbus 106
3. Take the bus from Zurich to Luthernbus
10h 13m
CHF 181–238
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
5h 55m

Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

51Weekly Planes

53 minAverage Duration

CHF 90Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Pilatus.

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Distance: 322.8 km
Duration: 8h 9m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Pilatus, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Pilatus Kulm via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne, Luzern, Alpnachstad, and Alpnachstad PB in around 8h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Pilatus via Geneva, Zurich, and Luthern in around 10h 13m.

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