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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Chamonix is to train and bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Chamonix is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Chamonix?

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

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Locarno FART, Domodossola, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Lugano to Chamonix?

The distance between Lugano and Chamonix is 306 km. The road distance is 255.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Chamonix without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs €18 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Lugano to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Chamonix bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Chamonix train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Lugano to Chamonix is to bus which takes 6h and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €130 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Lugano to Chamonix bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lugano to Chamonix train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Chamonix is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Lugano to Chamonix.

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

Book your Lugano to Chamonix train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6149+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Lugano to Chamonix - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Chamonix by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milanbus FlixBus 076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonixbus FlixBus 405 / ...
6h
€19–33
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Martignytrain Ec
8h 5m
€69–128
Drive 255.8 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Chamonixcar 255.8 km
3h 36m
€44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T2train S50
2. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonixbus FlixBus N1524
6h 26m
€19–31

Lugano to Chamonix by bus

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Chamonix.

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Distance: 306.4 km
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from Lugano to Chamonix via Milan in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Locarno FART, Domodossola, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 8h 5m.

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