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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Chamonix is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Chamonix is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Locarno FART and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Domodossola, Brig, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Locarno to Chamonix?

The distance between Locarno and Chamonix is 198 km. The road distance is 223.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Chamonix without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €50 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Locarno to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Chamonix train from?

Locarno to Chamonix train services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno FART station.

Where does the Locarno to Chamonix train arrive?

Locarno to Chamonix train services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Chamonix is 223 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Locarno to Chamonix.

How do I get a train ticket from Locarno to Chamonix?

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Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6127+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Locarno to Chamonix - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Locarno to Chamonix by train (Trenitalia) or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Brigtrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Brig to Martignytrain R91 / ...
4. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Re / ...
5. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
5h 50m
€54–147
Drive 223.4 km
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1. Drive from Locarno to Chamonixcar 223.4 km
3h 21m
€40–57

Locarno to Chamonix by train

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5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.7 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Chamonix, France?

You can take a train from Locarno FART to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Domodossola, Brig, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 5h 50m.

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