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

The cheapest way to get from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €30 - €50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix station. However, there are services departing from Chapponay and arriving at Chamonix - Bus Station via La Gare and Grenoble - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

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

The distance between Col de la Madeleine and Chamonix is 229 km. The road distance is 210.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 1m and costs €40 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix, including transfers.

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

Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix bus services, operated by Isère - Transisère, depart from La Gare station.

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

Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix bus services, operated by Isère - Transisère, arrive at Gare Routiere station.

Can I drive from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5709+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from St Marcellin Isere to GrenobleTer
2. Take the bus from Grenoble Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-BlancAutocar
6h 1m
€42–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Gare to Gare RoutiereT62
2. Take the bus from Grenoble - Bus Station to Chamonix - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
7h 3m
€26–40
Train, bus via Annecy
1. Take the train from St Marcellin Isere to AnnecyTer
2. Take the bus from Annecy to ChamonixS766 / ...
6h 36m
€41–86
Drive 210.8 km
1. Drive from Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix210.8 km
2h 33m
€33–47
Train, bus via Chambéry
1. Take the train from St Marcellin Isere to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Chamonix-Mont-BlancAutocar
7h 14m
€48–86

Col de la Madeleine to Chamonix by bus and train

2Weekly Services

6h 1mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 229 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Col de la Madeleine, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France and Chamonix, France?

You can take a bus from Chapponay to Chamonix - Bus Station via La Gare and Grenoble - Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

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