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The cheapest and fastest buses from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches
Showing times and prices for May 22
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Buses per day
43
Distance
7 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
Of the 43 buses that leave Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for Les Houches on Fri, May 22, 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct buses cover the 7 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest buses will take 15 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.
8:46 AM0h22Chamonix-Mont-Blanc9:08 AMMairieFind prices0 transfers- 8:50 AM0h43Chamonix-Mont-Blanc9:33 AMMairieFind prices1 transfer
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Compare train and bus for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $2, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 4 miles (7 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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$29 Average price | $2 Average price Cheapest |
51m Average total duration 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches is a train with an average price of $2 (€2).
This is compared to other travel options from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches:
A train is $27 (€22) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches costing on average $29 (€24).
The fastest way to travel from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches is by train with an average journey time of 17m.
Other travel options to Les Houches take longer:
Bus takes on average 21m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Les Houches including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches among Omio's users.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 12:49AM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 01:54AM | Arrival Time 02:19AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 06:46AM | Arrival Time 07:08AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 07:16AM | Arrival Time 07:38AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:07AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 08:06AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 08:16AM | Arrival Time 08:38AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 08:46AM | Arrival Time 09:08AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:33AM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 08:51AM | Arrival Time 09:06AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 09:16AM | Arrival Time 09:38AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 09:21AM | Arrival Time 09:36AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 09:46AM | Arrival Time 10:08AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:23AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 09:51AM | Arrival Time 10:06AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 10:16AM | Arrival Time 10:38AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 10:46AM | Arrival Time 11:08AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:13AM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 11:16AM | Arrival Time 11:38AM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 11:31AM | Arrival Time 12:03PM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 11:46AM | Arrival Time 12:08PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 12:37PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 12:53PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 12:46PM | Arrival Time 01:08PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 01:16PM | Arrival Time 01:38PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:43PM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:07PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 02:06PM | Arrival Time 02:33PM | Duration 0h27 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 02:16PM | Arrival Time 02:38PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 02:46PM | Arrival Time 03:08PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:23PM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 03:16PM | Arrival Time 03:38PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:36PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 0h09 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 03:46PM | Arrival Time 04:08PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:13PM | Duration 0h23 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 03:51PM | Arrival Time 04:06PM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 04:16PM | Arrival Time 04:38PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:03PM | Duration 0h43 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 04:21PM | Arrival Time 04:36PM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:07PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 04:51PM | Arrival Time 05:06PM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 05:16PM | Arrival Time 05:38PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 05:46PM | Arrival Time 06:08PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 06:16PM | Arrival Time 06:38PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 06:46PM | Arrival Time 07:08PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 07:16PM | Arrival Time 07:38PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 07:46PM | Arrival Time 08:08PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 08:16PM | Arrival Time 08:38PM | Duration 0h22 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 09:24PM | Arrival Time 09:49PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 10:29PM | Arrival Time 10:54PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator Chamonix Mobilite | Departure Time 11:39PM | Arrival Time 12:04AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Live departures
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:46 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 9:08 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h43 | 9:33 AM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 8:51 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h15 | 9:06 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:16 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 9:38 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:21 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h15 | 9:36 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:46 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 10:08 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:50 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h33 | 10:23 AM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 9:51 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h15 | 10:06 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:16 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 10:38 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:46 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 11:08 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h23 | 11:13 AM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 11:16 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 11:38 AM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:31 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h32 | 12:03 PM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 11:46 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 12:08 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:15 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 12:37 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:20 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h33 | 12:53 PM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 12:46 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 1:08 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:16 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 1:38 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:20 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h23 | 1:43 PM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 1:45 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 2:07 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:06 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h27 | 2:33 PM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 2:16 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 2:38 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:46 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 3:08 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:50 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h33 | 3:23 PM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 3:16 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 3:38 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:46 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 4:08 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:50 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h23 | 4:13 PM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 3:51 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h15 | 4:06 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:16 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 4:38 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:20 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h43 | 5:03 PM Mairie | 1 transfer | |
| 4:21 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h15 | 4:36 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 5:07 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:51 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h15 | 5:06 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:16 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 5:38 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:46 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0h22 | 6:08 PM Mairie | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches
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Buses from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 4 miles (7 km) distance in 9m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $2 (€2)
Distance 4 miles (7 km) |
Average bus duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 9m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $2 (€2)
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Chamonix Mobilite from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les HouchesYou can travel by bus between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches with BlaBlaCar, Chamonix Mobilite for as low as $2 (€2). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Chamonix Mobilite
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Chamonix Mobilite frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Les Houches
Things to do in Les Houches
Discover the best of Les Houches — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Les Houches trip today.
- Recommended
Musée des Cristaux
Well-known Chamonix museum displaying Alpine minerals and crystals, popular with visitors interested in geology and Mont Blanc history.
- Recommended
Alpine Museum
Major regional museum in Chamonix presenting the history of tourism, alpinism, and the development of the Mont Blanc valley.
- Must visit
Parc de Merlet
Mountain wildlife park above Les Houches where visitors walk through alpine scenery and often spot ibex, marmots, and deer.
- Must visit
Bellevue
High-altitude viewpoint and walking area reached from Les Houches, famous for wide panoramas of the Mont Blanc massif.
- Must visit
Le Tour du Mont Blanc - Les Houches section
Famous long-distance walking route passing through Les Houches, a classic starting point for one of Europe’s best-known treks.
- Vegetarian
Fondue Savoyarde
A classic Alpine cheese fondue made with local cheeses such as Comté, Beaufort, and Emmental, served with bread for dipping. It is a signature communal dish across Haute-Savoie.
- Gluten-free
Raclette
Melted Raclette cheese scraped over potatoes and usually served with charcuterie and pickles. It is one of the best-known mountain dishes in the Chamonix valley.
- Gluten-free
Tartiflette
A rich baked dish of potatoes, reblochon cheese, onions, and lardons. Deeply associated with the Savoy region and especially popular in ski villages.
La Table des Granges
A well-regarded restaurant in Les Houches known for refined French and Savoyard cooking in a warm chalet-style setting.
Le Delice
An established Les Houches restaurant appreciated for generous Savoyard specialties, pizzas, and a relaxed mountain atmosphere.
La Chavanne
A traditional alpine restaurant popular for cheese dishes, local specialties, and a cosy chalet ambiance near the slopes.
Euro
A ski resort area with high seasonal prices. Lodging and dining cost more than in many French towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 12-18 for a simple lunch or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- EUR 25-40 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- EUR 60+ per person at upscale spots.
- Coffee
- EUR 2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Service is included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 1.50 EUR
- Day pass
- 5.00 EUR
To the city center
Les Houches, Place de la Mairie (Tourist Office) -> Les Houches Railway Station
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Card payment may not be available on all local buses, so carry a bank card and some cash for tickets.
- The Chamonix valley bus network connects Les Houches with nearby resorts and stations, and day passes can be better value for multiple trips.
FAQs: Bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Les Houches, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches can start from as little as $29 (€24) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches is $29 (€24) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches is 9m to travel the 4 miles (7 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 6 direct buses a day from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches with BlaBlaCar, Chamonix Mobilite. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Chamonix Mobilite for the best way to get you to Les Houches. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Les Houches and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Les Houches from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is worth doing with a journey time of 9m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Les Houches including taking a train and bus.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches.
No, the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches has no accessibility options.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Les Houches are:
- Aiguille du Midi, a mountain peak offering panoramic views of the French Alps accessible by cable car
- Bellevue Cable Car, a scenic ride providing access to hiking trails and stunning vistas of the Mont Blanc massif
- Parc de Merlet, a wildlife park featuring native alpine animals in a natural setting with views of the surrounding mountains
- Lac des Chavants, a serene lake ideal for picnics and leisurely walks with a backdrop of alpine scenery
- Les Houches Ski Resort, a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding with diverse slopes and facilities.
The best things to do in Les Houches include:
- Hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc, a renowned trail providing breathtaking alpine scenery and challenging routes
- Enjoying the Les Houches Farmers Market, featuring local produce, artisanal goods, and regional specialties
- Snowshoeing in the pristine winter landscapes around Les Houches, offering a peaceful way to explore the snowy terrain
- Paragliding over the Chamonix Valley, providing an exhilarating experience with stunning aerial views
- Visiting the Les Houches Ice Rink, perfect for a fun family outing or a casual skate session.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches.
No, luggage for the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches.
Since both Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Les Houches are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches among Omio's users.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Les Houches, the main safety concerns for travelers include mountain-related risks such as avalanches and sudden weather changes, especially for those engaging in skiing or hiking. It's important to stay on marked trails and follow local safety advisories. Common scams are minimal, but travelers should be cautious of inflated taxi fares and ensure they use licensed transportation services. Keeping belongings secure in crowded areas also helps prevent petty theft.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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Popular bus stations from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Les Houches
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Les Houches
Les Houches, Place de la Mairie (Tourist Office)
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