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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Sarnen is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Sarnen is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Sarnen?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Sarnen. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Sarnen via Vallorcine, Martigny, Visp, Spiez and Interlaken Ost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Sarnen?

The distance between Chamonix and Sarnen is 228 km. The road distance is 222 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Sarnen without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Chamonix to Sarnen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Sarnen train from?

Chamonix to Sarnen train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, depart from Vallorcine station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Sarnen?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Sarnen is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 110 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Chamonix to Sarnen train arrive?

Chamonix to Sarnen train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, arrive at Martigny station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Sarnen?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Sarnen is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Chamonix to Sarnen.

Where can I stay near Sarnen?

There are 852+ hotels available in Sarnen.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re
2. Take the train from Martigny to Visptrain Ir
3. Take the train from Visp to Spieztrain Ic8 / ...
4. Take the train from Interlaken Ost to Sarnentrain Lix
6h 54m
CHF 65–165
Drive 222 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Sarnencar 222 km
3h 29m
CHF 35–50
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 12m
CHF 78–109
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
4h 49m

Chamonix to Sarnen by train

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.3 km
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Sarnen via Vallorcine, Martigny, Visp, Spiez, and Interlaken Ost in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Sarnen via Geneva, Zurich, Luthern, and Luzern in around 10h 12m.

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