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

The cheapest way to get from Crest to Chamonix is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Crest to Chamonix is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Crest and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Crest to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Sncf Armorin and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud and St Martin D'heres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Crest to Chamonix?

The distance between Crest and Chamonix is 284 km. The road distance is 256.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Crest to Chamonix without a car is to train and bus via Grenoble which takes 6h 40m and costs €45 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Crest to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crest to Chamonix bus from?

Crest to Chamonix bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud station.

Where does the Crest to Chamonix bus arrive?

Crest to Chamonix bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at St Martin D'heres station.

Can I drive from Crest to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Crest to Chamonix is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Crest to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5752+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Crest to Chamonix - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Crest 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 via Grenoble
best
1. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to GrenobleTer
2. Take the bus from Grenoble Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-BlancAutocar
6h 40m
€47–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to St Martin D'heresAutocar
2. Take the bus from St Martin D'heres to Chamonix-Mont-BlancAutocar
7h 5m
€38–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to AnnecyTer
2. Take the bus from Annecy to ChamonixS766 / ...
7h
€45–87
Drive 256.7 km
1. Drive from Crest to Chamonix256.7 km
3h 6m
€40–58
Train, bus via Chambéry
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Chamonix-Mont-BlancAutocar
7h 53m
€56–90

Crest to Chamonix by bus and train

2Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

€47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.5 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Crest, France and Chamonix, France?

You can take a bus from Sncf Armorin to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Tgv R-Alpes Sud, Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud, and St Martin D'heres in around 7h 5m.

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