What is the cheapest way to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix?

The cheapest way to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix?

The fastest way to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Col de la Balme and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Col de la Balme to Chamonix station. However, there are services departing from Chamrousse, Le Recoin Office du Tourisme and arriving at Chamonix - Bus Station via Grenoble - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Col de la Balme to Chamonix?

The distance between Col de la Balme and Chamonix is 238 km. The road distance is 166.4 km.

How do I travel from Col de la Balme to Chamonix without a car?

The best way to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix without a car is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Col de la Balme to Chamonix bus from?

Col de la Balme to Chamonix bus services, operated by TouGo - Grenoble, depart from Chamrousse, Le Recoin Office du Tourisme station.

Where does the Col de la Balme to Chamonix bus arrive?

Col de la Balme to Chamonix bus services, operated by TouGo - Grenoble, arrive at Grenoble, Gare routiere station.

Can I drive from Col de la Balme to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Col de la Balme to Chamonix is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Col de la Balme to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5752+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Col de la Balme to Chamonix - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix by bus, car, or train

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 Chamrousse, Le Recoin Office du Tourisme to Grenoble, Gare routiereN93
2. Take the bus from Grenoble - Bus Station to Chamonix - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
5h 9m
Drive 166.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Col de la Balme to Chamonix166.4 km
2h 23m
€26–37
Bus via Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
1. Take the bus from Chamrousse, Le Recoin Office du Tourisme to Grenoble, Gare routiereN93
2. Take the bus from Grenoble Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-BlancAutocar
5h 29m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grenoble Universites Gieres to AnnecyTer
2. Take the bus from Annecy to ChamonixS766 / ...
5h 46m
€31–38

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Map of how to get from Col de la Balme to Chamonix.

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Distance: 237.5 km
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Col de la Balme, France and Chamonix, France?

You can take a bus from Chamrousse, Le Recoin Office du Tourisme to Chamonix - Bus Station via Grenoble, Gare routiere and Grenoble - Bus Station in around 5h 9m.

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