What is the cheapest way to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace?

The cheapest way to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace is to drive which costs €6 - €10 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace?

The fastest way to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace is to drive which takes 37 min and costs €6 - €10.

Is there a direct train between Cluses and Mer de Glace?

No, there is no direct train from Cluses to Mer de Glace. However, there are services departing from Cluses 74 and arriving at Montenvers - Mer de Glace via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains and Chamonix Montenvers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Cluses to Mer de Glace?

The distance between Cluses and Mer de Glace is 61 km. The road distance is 44.9 km.

How do I travel from Cluses to Mer de Glace without a car?

The best way to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace without a car is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs €35 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cluses to Mer de Glace train from?

Cluses to Mer de Glace train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Cluses 74 station.

Train or bus from Cluses to Mer de Glace?

The best way to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace is to bus which takes 2h 13m and costs €35 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €75 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Cluses to Mer de Glace train arrive?

Cluses to Mer de Glace train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet station.

Can I drive from Cluses to Mer de Glace?

Yes, the driving distance between Cluses to Mer de Glace is 45 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Cluses to Mer de Glace.

Where can I stay near Mer de Glace?

There are 5885+ hotels available in Mer de Glace.

Cluses to Mer de Glace - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace by bus, train (TGV), car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gare Routière to GareY81
2h 13m
€39–45
Drive 44.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cluses to Mer de Glace44.9 km
37 min
€7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Cluses 74 to St Gervais Les Bains Le FayetTer
2. Take the train from Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains to Chamonix-Mont-BlancTer
3. Take the train from Chamonix Montenvers to Montenvers - Mer de Glace
2h 31m
€43–75
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cluses to Mer de Glace44.9 km
37 min
€100–120

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Map of how to get from Cluses to Mer de Glace.

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Distance: 61.3 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Cluses, France and Mer de Glace, France?

Cars Région Haute-Savoie operates a bus from Gare Routière to Gare twice daily. Tickets cost €8–11 and the journey takes 1h 40m. SNCF Bus also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cluses 74 to Mer de Glace via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chamonix Montenvers, and Montenvers - Mer de Glace in around 2h 31m.

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