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

The cheapest way to get from Riddes to Chamonix is to line 311 bus and line 213 bus which costs €4 - €8 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riddes to Chamonix is to drive which takes 53 min and costs €9 - €15.

Is there a direct bus between Riddes and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Riddes to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Riddes, gare and arriving at Place Mont Blanc via Martigny, gare, Barberine and Argentiere - La Fis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Riddes and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Riddes to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Riddes and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Riddes to Chamonix?

The distance between Riddes and Chamonix is 48 km. The road distance is 56.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Riddes to Chamonix without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Riddes to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riddes to Chamonix bus from?

Riddes to Chamonix bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Riddes, gare station.

Where do I catch the Riddes to Chamonix train from?

Riddes to Chamonix train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, depart from Martigny station.

Train or bus from Riddes to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Riddes to Chamonix is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can line 311 bus and line 213 bus, which costs €4 - €8 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Riddes to Chamonix bus arrive?

Riddes to Chamonix bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Martigny, gare station.

Where does the Riddes to Chamonix train arrive?

Riddes to Chamonix train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, arrive at Vallorcine station.

Can I drive from Riddes to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Riddes to Chamonix is 56 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Riddes to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6149+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Riddes to Chamonix - 3 ways to travel via train, line 311 bus, and line 213 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Riddes to Chamonix by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Mbx / ...
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
2h 48m
€34–49
Line 311 bus, line 213 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Riddes, gare to Martigny, garebus 311
2. Take the bus from Martigny, gare to Le Châtelard VS, Frontièrebus 213
4h 42m
€4–8
Drive 56.3 km
1. Drive from Riddes to Chamonixcar 56.3 km
53 min
€10–15

Riddes to Chamonix by train

111Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Riddes to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Martigny and Vallorcine in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riddes, gare to Place Mont Blanc via Martigny, gare, Le Châtelard VS, Frontière, Barberine, and Argentiere - La Fis in around 4h 42m.

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