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

The cheapest way to get from Vichy to Chamonix is to train and bus via Clermont-Ferrand which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vichy to Chamonix is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Vichy and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Vichy to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Vichy and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Lyon Part Dieu and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Vichy to Chamonix?

The distance between Vichy and Chamonix is 415 km. The road distance is 367.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Vichy to Chamonix without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 55m and costs €40 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Vichy to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vichy to Chamonix train from?

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

Where does the Vichy to Chamonix train arrive?

Vichy to Chamonix train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Vichy to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Vichy to Chamonix is 368 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Vichy to Chamonix.

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

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Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5613+ hotels available in Chamonix.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Vichy to Chamonix by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Vichy to Lyon Perrachetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 55m
€42–86
Train, bus via Clermont-Ferrand
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vichy to Clermont Ferrandtrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Clermont-Ferrand to Lyonbus 706 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lyon to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus
8h 32m
€30–56
Train
1. Take the train from Vichy to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
8h
€67–87
Drive 367.9 km
1. Drive from Vichy to Chamonixcar 367.9 km
3h 58m
€56–81

Vichy to Chamonix by train and bus

25Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 415 km
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Vichy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Lyon Part Dieu, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, and Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains in around 8h.

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