- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Chambéry
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for its strong Italian painting collection and temporary exhibitions in a former grain market building.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chambéry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chambéry will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bourg-Saint-Maurice for Chambéry on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 2 h 32 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 train as it is the most popular option from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chambéry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chambéry:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chambéry costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Chambéry take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 4m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $29 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€6). The journey takes 1h 45m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, SNCF Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:41AM | Arrival Time 09:13AM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:41AM | Arrival Time 10:13AM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:41AM | Arrival Time 11:13AM | Duration 2h32 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 10:13AM | Arrival Time 01:01PM | Duration 2h48 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 02:39PM | Arrival Time 05:07PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:39PM | Arrival Time 06:07PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 04:39PM | Arrival Time 07:07PM | Duration 2h28 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chambéry buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 PM Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 0h20 | 4:20 PM Chambéry | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 0h20 | 5:50 PM Chambéry | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 0h30 | 9:30 PM Chambéry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
![]() | 6:41 AM Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 2h32 | 9:13 AM Chambéry | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:41 AM Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 2h32 | 10:13 AM Chambéry | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chambéry run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:17, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 4:17 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Chambéry — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chambéry trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for its strong Italian painting collection and temporary exhibitions in a former grain market building.
The principal museum of Savoy history and identity, presenting archaeology, ethnography, and regional heritage in a restored convent setting.
A local natural history museum with geology, zoology, and Alpine-focused displays that appeal to families and visitors interested in regional nature.
The old town is the essential walking area, loved for its traboules, pastel facades, intimate lanes, and lively historic atmosphere.
The city’s best-known pedestrian street-square, lined with arcades and historic buildings, ideal for experiencing central Chambéry on foot.
A key square by the ducal castle, offering one of the best urban viewpoints onto Chambéry’s political and architectural heart.
A classic Savoie fondue made by melting local cheeses such as Beaufort, Comté, and Emmental with white wine. It is one of the region’s signature mountain dishes.
A hearty Alpine gratin of potatoes, onions, lardons, cream, and Reblochon cheese. It is strongly associated with Savoie mountain cooking and winter dining.
A Savoyard baked dish similar to tartiflette, but made with crozets, the small traditional buckwheat or wheat pasta squares from Savoie, plus cheese and often bacon.
A respected fine-dining option in Chambéry known for contemporary French cooking, elegant presentation, and a more upscale dining experience.
A well-known Chambéry restaurant serving refined French cuisine with a polished but welcoming atmosphere in the historic center.
An established local address for Savoyard specialties, especially cheese-based mountain dishes, in a warm traditional setting.
Prices are moderate by French standards: everyday meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak seasons.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafés is appreciated; 5-10% in restaurants for great service is optional. Round up taxi fares.
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Most Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chambéry buses use the Bourg-Saint-Maurice, Avenue de l'Arc en Ciel (Gare routière) to Chambéry, Gare Routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Chambéry bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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