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

The cheapest way to get from Sierre to Chamonix is to drive which costs €14 - €21 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sierre to Chamonix is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct train between Sierre and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Sierre to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Sierre/Siders and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Sierre to Chamonix?

The distance between Sierre and Chamonix is 76 km. The road distance is 83.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sierre to Chamonix without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €35 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Sierre to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sierre to Chamonix train from?

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

Where does the Sierre to Chamonix train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sierre to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Sierre to Chamonix is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Sierre to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5653+ hotels available in Chamonix.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sierre to Chamonix by train (Trenitalia), 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
best
1. Take the train from Sierre/Siders to MartignyIr / ...
2. Take the train from Martigny to VallorcineRe
3. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-BlancTer
3h 25m
€37–90
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sierre/Siders to MartignyIr90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Martigny, gare to Le Châtelard VS, FrontièreEv1
4h 28m
€13–86
Drive 83.7 km
1. Drive from Sierre to Chamonix83.7 km
1h 8m
€15–21
Train via Martigny
1. Take the train from Sierre/Siders to MartignyIr / ...
2. Take the train from Martigny to VallorcineMbx
3. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-BlancTer
3h 29m
€37–90

Sierre to Chamonix by train

98Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.3 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Sierre/Siders to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Martigny and Vallorcine in around 3h 25m.

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