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Chamonix to Saint-Etienne

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Four ways to Travel from Chamonix to Saint-Etienne

Composite routes from Chamonix to Saint-Etienne

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44
Bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Saint-Étienne
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$39.24

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Lyon Perrache to St
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$26.58
Train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Lyon
Ave. Duration:
3h 9m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$48.10–$101.26
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to St
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$26.58

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to St
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.52–$53.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne?

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne is to bus which costs $22.83 - $33.70 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne?

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Saint-Étienne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chamonix - Bus Station station and arriving at Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Saint-Étienne?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne. However, there are services departing from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc and arriving at St Etienne Chateaucreux via St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne?

The distance between Chamonix and Saint-Étienne is 312 km. The road distance is 282.8 km.

How do I travel from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne without a car?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 29m and costs $31.52 - $54.35 .

How long does it take to get from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Saint-Étienne bus from?

Chamonix to Saint-Étienne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Chamonix - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Saint-Étienne train from?

Chamonix to Saint-Étienne train services, operated by SNCF, depart from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22.83 - $33.70 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Chamonix to Saint-Étienne bus arrive?

Chamonix to Saint-Étienne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Saint-Étienne - Rue Milleret Bus Stop station.

Where does the Chamonix to Saint-Étienne train arrive?

Chamonix to Saint-Étienne train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Saint-Étienne is 283 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne.

How do I get a train ticket from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne?

Book your Chamonix to Saint-Étienne train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chamonix to Saint-Étienne?

Book your Chamonix to Saint-Étienne bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Saint-Étienne?

There are 750+ hotels available in Saint-Étienne. Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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