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

The cheapest way to get from Como to Chamonix is to bus which costs €18 - €35 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Como to Chamonix is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Como and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Como to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Como and arriving at Chamonix via Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Como and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Como to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Como S. Giovanni and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Cadenazzo, Lausanne, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Como to Chamonix?

The distance between Como and Chamonix is 259 km. The road distance is 263.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Como to Chamonix without a car is to bus via Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) which takes 5h 37m and costs €19 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Como to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Como to Chamonix bus from?

Como to Chamonix bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Como station.

Where do I catch the Como to Chamonix train from?

Como to Chamonix train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Como S. Giovanni station.

Train or bus from Como to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Como to Chamonix is to bus via Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) which takes 5h 37m and costs €19 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €170 - €550 and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Como to Chamonix bus arrive?

Como to Chamonix bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Como to Chamonix train arrive?

Como to Chamonix train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Cadenazzo station.

Can I drive from Como to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Como to Chamonix is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Como to Chamonix.

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

Book your Como to Chamonix bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6072+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Como to Chamonix - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Como 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.

Bus via Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
best
1. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonixbus FlixBus N1524
5h 37m
€19–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Como to Milanbus FlixBus 1524 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonixbus FlixBus 405 / ...
6h 5m
€18–32
Train
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Cadenazzotrain
2. Take the train from Cadenazzo to Lausannetrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lausanne to Martignytrain Ir / ...
9h 36m
€173–515
Drive 263.3 km
1. Drive from Como to Chamonixcar 263.3 km
2h 53m
€42–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train S50
2. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonixbus FlixBus N1524
6h 19m
€20–96
Train, bus via Milan
1. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Milano Centraletrain Re 80 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan - San Donato Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 9m
€21–37

Como to Chamonix by train and bus

12Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Como to Chamonix.

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Distance: 258.6 km
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Como, Italy and Chamonix, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Milan to Chamonix twice daily. Tickets cost €13–24 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Como S. Giovanni to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Cadenazzo, Lausanne, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 9h 36m.

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