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

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Chamonix is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Chamonix is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Olten and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Olten to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Olten and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Lausanne, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Olten to Chamonix?

The distance between Olten and Chamonix is 264 km. The road distance is 232.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Chamonix without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs €80 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Olten to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olten to Chamonix train from?

Olten to Chamonix train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Olten station.

Where does the Olten to Chamonix train arrive?

Olten to Chamonix train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Olten to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Olten to Chamonix is 232 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Olten to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5908+ hotels available in Chamonix.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Olten to Chamonix by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Olten to Lausannetrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Martignytrain Ir / ...
3. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Re
5h 49m
€82–127
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Olten to Berntrain Ic6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bern to Genevabus 106 / ...
3. Take the bus from Geneva to Chamonixbus 507 / ...
7h 3m
€39–86
Drive 232.2 km
1. Drive from Olten to Chamonixcar 232.2 km
2h 45m
€41–59
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Olten to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
3. Take the bus from Geneva Airport to Chamonixbus
5h 17m
€118–315

Olten to Chamonix by train

98Weekly Trains

5h 49mAverage Duration

€82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264 km
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Olten to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Lausanne, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 5h 49m.

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