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 €23 - €45 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, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

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 7h 59m.

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 5h 55m and costs €23 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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 5h 55m and costs €23 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €150 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Lugano to Chamonix bus arrive?

Lugano to Chamonix bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano 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 6140+ hotels available in Chamonix.

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

There are 5 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 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus N1479 / ...
5h 55m
€23–46
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Martignytrain Ec
7h 59m
€71–143
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 Trenord
2. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus N1524
6h 26m
€23–43
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T2train Trenord
2. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Terminal 2 to Chamonix Sud Bus Stationbus FlixBus
6h 26m

Lugano to Chamonix by bus

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5h 55mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Chamonix.

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Distance: 306.3 km
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Lugano to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Locarno FART, Domodossola, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 7h 59m.

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