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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Recco is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Recco is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Recco?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Recco. However, there are services departing from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc and arriving at Recco via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Bellegarde, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Torino Porta Nuova and Genova P.Za Principe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Recco?

The distance between Chamonix and Recco is 471 km. The road distance is 370 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Recco without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 3m and costs €45 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Chamonix to Recco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Recco train from?

Chamonix to Recco 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 Recco?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Recco is to bus which takes 7h 3m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €360 and takes 13h 16m.

Where does the Chamonix to Recco train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Recco?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Recco is 370 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Chamonix to Recco.

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

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Where can I stay near Recco?

There are 4713+ hotels available in Recco.

Chamonix to Recco - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 to TurinN504
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Nuova to Genova P.Za Principe2137 / ...
7h 3m
€48–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to GenoaN504
7h 3m
€38–68
Drive 370 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Recco370 km
4h 24m
€58–84
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to BellegardeTer
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Torino Porta NuovaTgv
4. Take the train from Torino Porta Nuova to Genova P.Za Principe
13h 16m
€118–356

Chamonix to Recco by bus, tram, and train

7Weekly Services

7h 3mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 471.3 km
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Recco, Italy?

FlixBus operates a bus from Chamonix to Genoa once daily. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc to Recco via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Bellegarde, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Torino Porta Nuova, and Genova P.Za Principe in around 13h 16m.

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