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

The cheapest way to get from Valence to Chamonix is to bus which costs €19 - €50 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Valence to Chamonix is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Valence and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Valence to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Valence and arriving at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Annecy - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Valence and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Valence to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Valence Ville and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Annecy, La Roche-sur-Foron and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Valence to Chamonix?

The distance between Valence and Chamonix is 315 km. The road distance is 237.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Valence to Chamonix without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 34m and costs €45 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Valence to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valence to Chamonix bus from?

Valence to Chamonix bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Valence station.

Where do I catch the Valence to Chamonix train from?

Valence to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Valence Ville station.

Train or bus from Valence to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Valence to Chamonix is to bus which takes 6h 35m and costs €19 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €80 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Valence to Chamonix bus arrive?

Valence to Chamonix bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Annecy station.

Where does the Valence to Chamonix train arrive?

Valence to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Annecy station.

Can I drive from Valence to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Valence to Chamonix is 238 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Valence to Chamonix.

How do I get a train ticket from Valence to Chamonix?

Book your Valence to Chamonix train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Valence to Chamonix?

Book your Valence to Chamonix bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6149+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Valence to Chamonix - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Valence 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Annecytrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 34m
€48–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Valence to Annecybus FlixBus 1789 / ...
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 35m
€19–46
Train, bus via Grenoble
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Grenobletrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Grenoble Gare Routiere to Chamonix-Mont-Blancbus Autocar
5h 37m
€49–84
Drive 237.5 km
1. Drive from Valence to Chamonixcar 237.5 km
2h 45m
€37–53
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blancbus Autocar
6h 22m
€60–80
Train
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Annecytrain Ter
2. Take the train from La Roche-sur-Foron to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
7h 39m
€68–76

Valence to Chamonix by train and bus

55Weekly Services

5h 34mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Valence to Chamonix.

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Distance: 315.2 km
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Valence, France and Chamonix, France?

You can take a bus from Valence to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) via Annecy and Annecy - Bus Station in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Valence Ville to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Annecy, La Roche-sur-Foron, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains in around 7h 39m.

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