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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Roanne is to bus and train which costs €40 - €75 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Roanne is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Roanne?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Roanne. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Roanne Gare Routiere via Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Roanne?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Roanne. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Roanne via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Roanne?

The distance between Chamonix and Roanne is 340 km. The road distance is 302.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Roanne without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 5m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Chamonix to Roanne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Roanne bus from?

Chamonix to Roanne bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Roanne train from?

Chamonix to Roanne 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 Roanne?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Roanne is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs €50 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Chamonix to Roanne bus arrive?

Chamonix to Roanne bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere station.

Where does the Chamonix to Roanne train arrive?

Chamonix to Roanne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Roanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Roanne is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Chamonix to Roanne.

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

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Where can I stay near Roanne?

There are 451+ hotels available in Roanne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Roanne by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Lyon Perrache to Roannetrain Ter / ...
6h 5m
€40–73
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Roannetrain Ter / ...
7h 12m
€53–127
Drive 302.8 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Roannecar 302.8 km
3h 19m
€47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routierebus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere to Roanne Gare Routierebus Autocar
6h 46m
€54–74

Chamonix to Roanne by bus and train

32Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 340.4 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Roanne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Roanne via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Lyon Part Dieu in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Roanne Gare Routiere via Lyon Part Dieu Gare Routiere in around 6h 46m.

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