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Musée Alpin
Local history museum covering mountaineering, glaciers, tourism, and daily life in the Chamonix valley. A strong introduction to the town’s Alpine identity.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
13 h 16 m
Average duration
14 h 27 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bordeaux for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 594 km distance in an average of 14 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 16 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 17 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $135.
Distance: 369 miles (594 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price | $225 Average price | $254 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 47m Average total duration 12h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 51m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc costing on average $106 (€87).
A bus is $161 (€132) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc costing on average $225 (€184).
Other travel options to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 21m.
Bus takes on average 12h 17m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 13h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 13h16 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 13h16 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 17h25 | 8:05 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h05 | 11:45 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1 transfer | |
4767 · 1727 | 11:59 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h16 | 1:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 8:00 AM Bordeaux | 13h40 | 9:40 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Bordeaux | 13h40 | 10:40 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bordeaux to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 369 miles (594 km) distance in 13h 5m.
Distance 369 miles (594 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 13h 5m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chamonix-Mont-Blanc trip today.
Local history museum covering mountaineering, glaciers, tourism, and daily life in the Chamonix valley. A strong introduction to the town’s Alpine identity.
Museum dedicated to Alpine crystals, minerals, and the region’s geology. Known for beautiful specimens from the Mont Blanc massif.
Major regional art museum in Martigny, often visited from Chamonix for high-profile art exhibitions and sculpture gardens.
The lively town center with pedestrian streets, mountain views, shops, and classic Belle Époque resort atmosphere. Essential for first-time visitors.
Famous high-altitude viewpoint and hiking destination celebrated for mirror-like reflections of the Mont Blanc massif. Extremely popular in photos and social media.
Major viewpoint and hiking area overlooking Chamonix with outstanding panoramas of Mont Blanc. Highly regarded for summer and winter access.
A classic Alpine fondue made with melted Savoie cheeses, white wine, and garlic, shared communally and strongly associated with mountain dining in Chamonix.
Melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes and usually served with pickles and charcuterie; a hearty Savoie specialty popular after skiing.
A rich baked dish of potatoes, Reblochon cheese, cream, onions, and lardons, emblematic of Haute-Savoie comfort food.
A renowned established hotel restaurant with refined French and Alpine cuisine, known for elegant dining and a long-standing gastronomic reputation.
A stylish and well-known Chamonix institution combining seafood, sushi, and French mountain flair in a lively upscale atmosphere.
A classic traditional restaurant famous for Savoyard specialties such as fondue and raclette, with warm chalet decor and a convivial atmosphere.
Mountain resort pricing makes lodging, dining, and ski-season services costlier than many French towns.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small change for hotel staff is optional.
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Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière -> Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Centre
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