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

The cheapest way to get from Montbrison to Chamonix is to bus via Lyon which costs €18 - €35 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montbrison to Chamonix is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Montbrison and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Montbrison to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Musée d'Allard and arriving at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Montbrison and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Montbrison to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Montbrison and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via St Etienne Chateaucreux, Lyon Part Dieu and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Montbrison to Chamonix?

The distance between Montbrison and Chamonix is 330 km. The road distance is 290.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Montbrison to Chamonix without a car is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs €26 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Montbrison to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montbrison to Chamonix bus from?

Montbrison to Chamonix bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Montbrison to Chamonix train from?

Montbrison to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Etienne Chateaucreux station.

Train or bus from Montbrison to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Montbrison to Chamonix is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs €26 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €160 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Montbrison to Chamonix bus arrive?

Montbrison to Chamonix bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where does the Montbrison to Chamonix train arrive?

Montbrison to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Montbrison to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Montbrison to Chamonix is 290 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Montbrison to Chamonix.

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

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Where can I stay near Chamonix?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Montbrison to Chamonix by bus, train (TGV), 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
best
1. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 34m
€26–40
Bus via Lyon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint-Étienne to Lyonbus FlixBus N706 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus S766 / ...
7h 59m
€19–33
Train
1. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
7h 58m
€54–154
Drive 290.1 km
1. Drive from Montbrison to Chamonixcar 290.1 km
3h 37m
€45–65

Montbrison to Chamonix by bus

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7h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 330.1 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Montbrison, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France and Chamonix, France?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) once daily. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Montbrison to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via St Etienne Chateaucreux, Lyon Part Dieu, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains in around 7h 58m.

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