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

The cheapest way to get from Varenna to Chamonix is to ferry and bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varenna to Chamonix is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Varenna and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Varenna to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Varenna Esino and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Milano Centrale, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Varenna to Chamonix?

The distance between Varenna and Chamonix is 343 km. The road distance is 302.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Varenna to Chamonix without a car is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs €85 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Varenna to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varenna to Chamonix train from?

Varenna to Chamonix train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Varenna Esino station.

Where does the Varenna to Chamonix train arrive?

Varenna to Chamonix train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Varenna to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Varenna to Chamonix is 302 km. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Varenna to Chamonix.

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

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Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6149+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Varenna to Chamonix - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Varenna to Chamonix by train (Trenitalia), ferry, 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 Varenna Esino to Milano Centraletrain Re 8
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Martignytrain Ec
7h 47m
€86–141
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Bellagioferry
2. Take the bus from Como P.le S. Gottardo to Malpensa Airport - Milanbus
3. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonixbus
8h 35m
€33–49
Drive 302.3 km
1. Drive from Varenna to Chamonixcar 302.3 km
3h 36m
€47–67
Train via Brig
1. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Brigtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Brig to Martignytrain Ec / ...
7h 52m
€95–196
Ferry, bus via Milan
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Menaggioferry
2. Take the bus from Menaggio Piazza Roma to Como San Giovanni Stazione FSbus C10
3. Take the bus from Como to Milanbus
4. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonixbus
9h 6m
€39–60

Varenna to Chamonix by train

6Weekly Trains

7h 47mAverage Duration

€86Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Varenna to Chamonix.

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Distance: 342.6 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Varenna, Italy and Chamonix, France?

You can take a train from Varenna Esino to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Milano Centrale, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 7h 47m.

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