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

The cheapest way to get from Montpellier to Chamonix is to rideshare which costs €30 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montpellier to Chamonix is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Montpellier and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Montpellier station to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Grenoble Gare Routiere. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Montpellier and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Montpellier to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Montpellier Saint-Roch and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Lyon Part Dieu and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Montpellier to Chamonix?

The distance between Montpellier and Chamonix is 517 km. The road distance is 440.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Montpellier to Chamonix without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 52m and costs €140 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Montpellier to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montpellier to Chamonix bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Montpellier to Chamonix train from?

Montpellier to Chamonix train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch station.

Train or bus from Montpellier to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Montpellier to Chamonix is to train which takes 7h 57m and costs €75 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus via Grenoble, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Montpellier to Chamonix bus arrive?

Montpellier to Chamonix bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Annecy station.

Where does the Montpellier to Chamonix train arrive?

Montpellier to Chamonix train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Montpellier to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Montpellier to Chamonix is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Montpellier to Chamonix.

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

Book your Montpellier to Chamonix train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5779+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Can I share a ride from Montpellier to Chamonix?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Montpellier and Chamonix. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Montpellier to Chamonix - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Montpellier to Chamonix by train, bus, train (TGV, Renfe), rideshare, plane, 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
best
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv7882
2. Take the bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport to ChamonixS766 / ...
5h 52m
€147–202
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Montpellier to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc439.4 km
5h 36m
€30
Train
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Lyon Part DieuTgv
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Gervais Les Bains Le FayetTer
7h 57m
€76–129
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Fréjorgues Airport (MPL) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)MPL - GVA
2. Take the bus from Geneva Airport Bus Stop to Chamonix Sud Bus Station
8h 45m
€137–290
Bus via Grenoble
1. Take the bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to Grenoble - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Grenoble Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-BlancAutocar
8h 10m
€39–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Montpellier to AnnecyFlixBus N872
2. Take the bus from Annecy to ChamonixS766 / ...
8h 10m
€32–65
Train, bus via Saint-Marcel-lès-Valence
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes SudTgv
2. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
3. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
8h 15m
€72–149
Drive 440.9 km
1. Drive from Montpellier to Chamonix440.9 km
4h 33m
€67–97

Montpellier to Chamonix by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

€147Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Montpellier to Chamonix.

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Distance: 516.8 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Lyon Part Dieu, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains in around 7h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Grenoble - Bus Station and Grenoble Gare Routiere in around 8h 10m.

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