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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Stresa is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Stresa is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Stresa?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Chamonix and arriving at Stresa - Imbarcadero via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Stresa?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Stresa via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig and Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Stresa?

The distance between Chamonix and Stresa is 189 km. The road distance is 222 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Stresa without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €45 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Chamonix to Stresa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Stresa bus from?

Chamonix to Stresa bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Stresa train from?

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

Train or bus from Chamonix to Stresa?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Stresa is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €45 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Chamonix to Stresa bus arrive?

Chamonix to Stresa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Malpensa Airport - Milan station.

Where does the Chamonix to Stresa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Stresa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Stresa is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Chamonix to Stresa.

Where can I stay near Stresa?

There are 3247+ hotels available in Stresa.

Chamonix to Stresa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chamonix to Stresa by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to VallorcineTer
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
3. Take the train from Martigny to BrigIr
4. Take the train from Brig to DomodossolaIr / ...
5. Take the train from Domodossola to Stresa
5h 28m
€47–166
Drive 222 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Stresa222 km
3h 7m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Malpensa Airport - MilanN1524
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 to Stresa - Imbarcadero35
5h 50m
€45–56

Chamonix to Stresa by train

98Weekly Trains

5h 28mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.4 km
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Stresa via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig, and Domodossola in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Stresa - Imbarcadero via Malpensa Airport - Milan and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 in around 5h 50m.

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