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

The cheapest way to get from Nantua to Chamonix is to drive which costs €21 - €35 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nantua to Chamonix is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Nantua and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Nantua to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Nantua, Nantua and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Bellegarde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Nantua to Chamonix?

The distance between Nantua and Chamonix is 153 km. The road distance is 139.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nantua to Chamonix without a car is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs €25 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Nantua to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nantua to Chamonix bus from?

Nantua to Chamonix bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Bellegarde station.

Train or bus from Nantua to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Nantua to Chamonix is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs €25 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Nantua to Chamonix bus arrive?

Nantua to Chamonix bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station.

Can I drive from Nantua to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Nantua to Chamonix is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Nantua to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5908+ hotels available in Chamonix.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Nantua 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 Bellegarde to Chamonix-Mont-Blancbus Autocar
4h 11m
€26–36
Drive 139.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nantua to Chamonixcar 139.8 km
1h 28m
€22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
2. Take the train from Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
5h 7m
€33–69
Bus via Geneva
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Chamonixbus S500 / ...
4h 32m
€30–77

Nantua to Chamonix by bus

7Weekly Buses

4h 11mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nantua to Chamonix.

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Distance: 152.7 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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

SNCF Bus operates a bus from Bellegarde to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc once daily. Tickets cost €20–28 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nantua, Nantua to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Bellegarde, Bellegarde, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains in around 5h 7m.

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