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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Thun is to bus which costs SFr 21 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 27m.

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 41m 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 3h 50m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Thun?

The distance between Chamonix and Thun is 168 km. The road distance is 161.7 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 3h 50m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m 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 3h 50m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 21 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 27m.

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 41m to drive from Chamonix to Thun.

Where can I stay near Thun?

There are 1040+ 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, 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 Martignytrain Mbx / ...
2. Take the train from Martigny to Visptrain
3. Take the train from Visp to Thuntrain Ic8 / ...
3h 50m
CHF 50–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Genevabus FlixBus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneve, Gare Routiere to Bernbus
5h 27m
CHF 22–40
Drive 161.7 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Thuncar 161.7 km
2h 41m
CHF 26–38

Chamonix to Thun by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.4 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Thun via Geneve, Gare Routiere, Bern, Bern, Neufeld P+R, Bern, Bahnhof, and Bern in around 5h 27m.

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