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Chamonix to Glacier Express

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Eight ways to Travel from Chamonix to Glacier Express

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By car (441 km)
5 h 4 min
441 km.
from $24
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Rideshare
5 h 4 min
441 km.
from $16.78
Train via Zurich
10 h 16 min
234 km.
from $297.61
Bus
10 h 51 min
234 km.
from $90.54
Bus, Plane, Train
7 h 57 min
232 km.
from $394.43
Bus, Train
11 h 17 min
233 km.
from $68.75
Train
11 h 31 min
234 km.

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chamonix to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18
Bus from Chamonix to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46
Bus from Chamonix to Milan
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Chamonix to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18
Bus from Chamonix to Geneva
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

Swiss PostAuto

Phone:
+41 584483500
Email:
Website:
postauto.ch
Bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Thusis,
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92

Calanda Viaggi

Phone:
0041 (0)81 284 62 32
Email:
Website:
calandaviaggi.com/
Bus from Milano Molino Dorino Subway to Thusis
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$29.11–$37.97

Airlines

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.58–$455.68

Train operators

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.02

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Zürich HB to Chur
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Martigny to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$34.18–$60.76
Train from Lausanne to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$75.95–$139.24
Train from Zürich HB to Chur
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$75.95
Train from Martigny to Brig
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$69.62

Trenitalia EuroCity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Email:
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Martigny to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.58–$82.28

Rhätische Bahn

Phone:
+41 81 288 65 65
Website:
rhb.ch/en/home
Train from Chur to Preda
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.77–$49.37

Glacier Express

Phone:
+41 81 288 65 65
Email:
Website:
glacierexpress.ch/en
Train from Brig to Tiefencastel,
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily

RegionalAlps

Phone:
+41 27 720 47 47
Email:
Website:
regionalps.ch/
Train from Martigny to Brig
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.64–$65.82

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express is to bus which costs $54.35 - $76.09 and takes 10h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Glacier Express?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Glacier Express. However, there are services departing from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc and arriving at Preda via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne, Zürich HB and Chur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

The distance between Chamonix and Glacier Express is 502 km. The road distance is 331.6 km.

How do I travel from Chamonix to Glacier Express without a car?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 10h 16m and costs $184.78 - $336.96 .

How long does it take to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

It takes approximately 10h 16m to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Glacier Express train from?

Chamonix to Glacier Express train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Martigny station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Glacier Express is to train via Zurich which takes 10h 16m and costs $184.78 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $76.09 and takes 10h 51m.

Where does the Chamonix to Glacier Express train arrive?

Chamonix to Glacier Express train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Glacier Express?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Glacier Express is 332 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Chamonix to Glacier Express.

Where can I stay near Glacier Express?

There are 2271+ hotels available in Glacier Express. Prices start at $143.41 per night.
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