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 2h 54m.

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 2h 54m 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, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) 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 10m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Stresa?

The distance between Chamonix and Stresa is 189 km. The road distance is 210.7 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 10m and costs €50 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m 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, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) 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 10m and costs €50 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €45 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Chamonix to Stresa bus arrive?

Chamonix to Stresa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at 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 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Chamonix to Stresa.

Where can I stay near Stresa?

There are 3451+ hotels available in Stresa.

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

There are 4 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 Vallorcinetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Mbx / ...
3. Take the train from Martigny to Brigtrain
4. Take the train from Brig to Domodossolatrain Ec / ...
5. Take the train from Domodossola to Stresatrain S9 / ...
5h 10m
€52–166
Drive 210.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Stresacar 210.7 km
2h 54m
€33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Milanbus N1524
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35
5h 50m
€36–45
Bus via Milan Malpensa Airport Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Milan Malpensa Airport Terminal 2bus FlixBus
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35
5h 54m

Chamonix to Stresa by train

129Weekly Trains

5h 10mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.5 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Stresa - Imbarcadero via Milan and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 in around 5h 50m.

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