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

The cheapest way to get from Sion to Chamonix is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sion to Chamonix is to drive which takes 59 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct train between Sion and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Sion to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Sion and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Sion to Chamonix?

The distance between Sion and Chamonix is 61 km. The road distance is 67.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sion to Chamonix without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs €30 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Sion to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sion to Chamonix train from?

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

Train or bus from Sion to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Sion to Chamonix is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs €30 - €90. Alternatively, you can line 213 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Sion to Chamonix train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sion to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Sion to Chamonix is 68 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Sion to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6136+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Sion to Chamonix - 3 ways to travel via train, line 213 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sion 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
best
1. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Mbx / ...
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
2h 49m
€34–87
Drive 67.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sion to Chamonixcar 67.8 km
59 min
€12–17
Line 213 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Martigny, gare to Le Châtelard VS, Frontièrebus 213
2. Take the bus from Argentiere - La Fis to Place Mont Blancbus Sk15 / ...
4h 15m

Sion to Chamonix by train

116Weekly Trains

2h 49mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 60.5 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Sion to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Martigny and Vallorcine in around 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sion to Place Mont Blanc via Martigny, Martigny, gare, Le Châtelard VS, Frontière, Barberine, and Argentiere - La Fis in around 4h 15m.

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