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

The cheapest way to get from Recco to Chamonix is to bus which costs €40 - €85 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Recco to Chamonix is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Recco and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Recco to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Recco and arriving at Chamonix - Mont-Blanc via Genova P.Za Principe, Milano Centrale, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Recco to Chamonix?

The distance between Recco and Chamonix is 477 km. The road distance is 369.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Recco to Chamonix without a car is to bus which takes 7h 12m and costs €40 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Recco to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Recco to Chamonix train from?

Recco to Chamonix train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova P.Za Principe station.

Train or bus from Recco to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Recco to Chamonix is to bus which takes 7h 12m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €85 - €150 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Recco to Chamonix train arrive?

Recco to Chamonix train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Recco to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Recco to Chamonix is 370 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Recco to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5598+ hotels available in Chamonix.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Recco to Chamonix by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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 Genoa to ChamonixN504
7h 12m
€42–84
Train
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to MartignyEc
9h 45m
€87–146
Drive 369.6 km
1. Drive from Recco to Chamonix369.6 km
4h 22m
€58–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Torino Porta Nuova2138 / ...
2. Take the bus from Turin to ChamonixN504
7h 42m
€45–111

Recco to Chamonix by train and bus

7Weekly Services

7h 12mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 477 km
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Recco, Italy and Chamonix, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Genoa to Chamonix once daily. Tickets cost €29–65 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Recco to Chamonix - Mont-Blanc via Genova P.Za Principe, Milano Centrale, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 9h 45m.

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