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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Valence is to bus which costs €19 - €50 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Valence is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Valence?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Valence station. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Valence - Central Bus Station via Annecy - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Valence?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Valence. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Valence Ville via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Valence?

The distance between Chamonix and Valence is 316 km. The road distance is 238.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Valence without a car is to bus and train via Annecy which takes 5h 35m and costs €45 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Chamonix to Valence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Valence bus from?

Chamonix to Valence bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Valence train from?

Chamonix to Valence train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Valence?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Valence is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs €19 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €90 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Chamonix to Valence bus arrive?

Chamonix to Valence bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Annecy - Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Valence train arrive?

Chamonix to Valence train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Valence?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Valence is 239 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Chamonix to Valence.

How do I get a train ticket from Chamonix to Valence?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chamonix to Valence?

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Chamonix to Valence - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Valence by bus, train, car, or train (TGV)

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

Bus, train via Annecy
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Annecy to Valence Villetrain Ter
5h 35m
€48–63
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Valence - Central Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 55m
€19–48
Drive 238.7 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Valencecar 238.7 km
2h 46m
€37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Chambery Challes Les Eauxbus Autocar
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Valence Villetrain Ter
6h 21m
€67–76
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Valence Villetrain Ter
6h 43m
€71–90

Chamonix to Valence by bus and train

59Weekly Services

5h 35mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Valence.

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Distance: 315.6 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Valence, France?

You can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Valence - Central Bus Station via Annecy - Bus Station in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Valence Ville via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Lyon Part Dieu in around 6h 43m.

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