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

The cheapest way to get from Pontcharra to Chamonix is to bus via Chambéry which costs €11 - €23 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontcharra to Chamonix is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct train between Pontcharra and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Pontcharra to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevard and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Annecy, La Roche-sur-Foron and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Pontcharra to Chamonix?

The distance between Pontcharra and Chamonix is 173 km. The road distance is 109.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontcharra to Chamonix without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 23m and costs €18 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Pontcharra to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontcharra to Chamonix train from?

Pontcharra to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevard station.

Train or bus from Pontcharra to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Pontcharra to Chamonix is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs €28 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus via Chambéry, which costs €11 - €23 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Pontcharra to Chamonix train arrive?

Pontcharra to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Annecy station.

Can I drive from Pontcharra to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontcharra to Chamonix is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Pontcharra to Chamonix.

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

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Where can I stay near Chamonix?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pontcharra to Chamonix by train, bus, 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 Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevard to Annecytrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 23m
€18–40
Bus via Chambéry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chambéry to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus 779
3h 24m
€12–23
Train
1. Take the train from Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevard to Annecytrain Ter
2. Take the train from La Roche-sur-Foron to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
3. Take the train from Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
6h 2m
€28–65
Drive 109.6 km
1. Drive from Pontcharra to Chamonixcar 109.6 km
1h 30m
€17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Montmélian to Chamonix-Mont-Blancbus Autocar
3h 42m
€21–31

Pontcharra to Chamonix by train and bus

95Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.5 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Pontcharra Sur Breda Allevard to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Annecy, La Roche-sur-Foron, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Chambéry to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) 3 times a week. Tickets cost €8–15 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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