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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Thun is to drive which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Thun is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Thun?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Thun. However, there are services departing from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc and arriving at Thun via Vallorcine, Martigny and Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Thun?

The distance between Chamonix and Thun is 168 km. The road distance is 161.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Thun without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Chamonix to Thun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Thun train from?

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

Train or bus from Chamonix to Thun?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Thun is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 75 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Chamonix to Thun train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chamonix to Thun?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Thun is 162 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Chamonix to Thun.

Where can I stay near Thun?

There are 967+ hotels available in Thun.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Chamonix to Thun 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 Vallorcine to MartignyRe
2. Take the train from Martigny to VispIr
3. Take the train from Visp to ThunIc8 / ...
4h 9m
CHF 40–130
Drive 161.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Thun161.6 km
2h 40m
CHF 26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus StationSwiss Tours L5301
2. Take the bus from Geneva to BernN106 / ...
4h 59m
CHF 27–73

Chamonix to Thun by train

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4h 9mAverage Duration

CHF 40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.4 km
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc to Thun via Vallorcine, Martigny, and Visp in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Thun via Geneva, Bern, Bern, Neufeld P+R, Bern, Bahnhof, and Bern in around 4h 59m.

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