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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Pontcharra is to bus via Annecy which costs €12 - €26 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Pontcharra is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €17 - €25.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Pontcharra?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Pontcharra. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevard via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet and Annecy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Pontcharra?

The distance between Chamonix and Pontcharra is 167 km. The road distance is 109.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pontcharra without a car is to bus via Annecy which takes 3h 46m and costs €12 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Chamonix to Pontcharra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Pontcharra train from?

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

Train or bus from Chamonix to Pontcharra?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pontcharra is to bus via Annecy which takes 3h 46m and costs €12 - €26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €25 - €70 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Chamonix to Pontcharra train arrive?

Chamonix to Pontcharra train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Pontcharra?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Pontcharra is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Chamonix to Pontcharra.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontcharra?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Pontcharra by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Annecy
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Annecy to Chambérybus FlixBus 739 / ...
3h 46m
€12–25
Train
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Saint-Gervais-Les-Bainstrain Ter
2. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Annecytrain Ter
3. Take the train from Annecy to Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevardtrain Ter
5h 29m
€26–70
Drive 109.8 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Pontcharracar 109.8 km
1h 31m
€18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Annecy to Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevardtrain Ter
3h 46m
€17–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Chambery Challes Les Eauxbus Autocar
4h
€29–43

Chamonix to Pontcharra by bus and train

58Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Pontcharra.

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Distance: 166.6 km
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevard via Annecy - Bus Station, Annecy, Chambéry, and Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevard via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Annecy in around 5h 29m.

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