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 3h 14m.

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 3h 14m and costs €30 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m 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.

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 5908+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Sion to Chamonix - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 311 bus

There are 4 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 Re
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
3h 14m
€34–87
Drive 67.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sion to Chamonixcar 67.8 km
59 min
€12–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sion to Martignytrain Ir / ...
2. Take the bus from Martigny, gare to Le Châtelard VS, Frontièrebus Ev1
3. Take the bus from Barberine to Argentiere - La Fisbus N3
4. Take the bus from Argentiere - La Fis to Place Mont Blancbus 02 / ...
4h 17m
Line 311 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sion, poste/gare to Martigny, garebus 311
2. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Mbx
3. Take the train from Vallorcine to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
4h 23m
€32–38

Sion to Chamonix by train

98Weekly Trains

3h 14mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sion to Chamonix.

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Distance: 60.6 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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 3h 14m.

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