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

The cheapest way to get from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix is to drive which costs €4 - €7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix is to drive which takes 27 min and costs €4 - €7.

How far is it from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix?

The distance between Col-de-la-Forclaz and Chamonix is 28 km. The road distance is 26.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix without a car is to line 230 bus and train which takes 2h 1m and costs €10 - €18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix, including transfers.

Can I drive from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix is 27 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5728+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 230 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix by bus, train, 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.

Line 230 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Le Châtelard VS, garebus 230
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
2h 1m
€10–17
Line 213 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trient, Betty to Le Châtelard VS, Frontièrebus 213
2. Take the train from Le Châtelard-Frontière to Vallorcinetrain Mbx / ...
3. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
2h 19m
€5–10
Drive 26.7 km
1. Drive from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonixcar 26.7 km
27 min
€5–7
Line 213 bus, train via Martigny, gare
1. Take the bus from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Martigny, garebus 213
2. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Mbx / ...
3. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
3h 6m
€28–37

Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix by bus and train

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Map of how to get from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix.

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Distance: 27.5 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Col-de-la-Forclaz, Switzerland and Chamonix, France?

There is no direct connection from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix. However, you can take the line 230 bus to Le Châtelard VS, gare, walk to Le Châtelard VS, take the train to Vallorcine, then take the train to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Col-de-la-Forclaz to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Trient, Betty, Le Châtelard VS, Frontière, Le Châtelard-Frontière, and Vallorcine in around 2h 19m.

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