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Musée Alpin
Main local museum covering the history of Chamonix, alpinism, mountaineering, glaciers, and tourism in the Mont Blanc valley.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 32 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence 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 Florence to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 9 buses that leave Florence for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc on Wed, Jun 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 420 km distance in an average of 9 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence 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 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $90.
Distance: 260 miles (420 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$61 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price | $216 Average price | $255 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc costing on average $109 (€88).
A bus is $156 (€126) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc costing on average $216 (€175).
Other travel options to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 22m.
Bus takes on average 9h 51m.
Tickets start at around $61 (€49) compared to roughly $255 (€206) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $194 (€157). The journey takes 9h 51m versus 5h 50m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h25 | 11:20 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h35 | 2:45 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 11h50 | 10:45 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 11h30 | 10:45 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 10h05 | 10:10 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 9h35 | 11:25 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Florence to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 260 miles (420 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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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.
Main local museum covering the history of Chamonix, alpinism, mountaineering, glaciers, and tourism in the Mont Blanc valley.
Small but distinctive museum presenting Alpine crystals and mineral specimens collected in the Mont Blanc massif.
Local heritage center with exhibitions on valley life, architecture, archives, and the cultural identity of Chamonix.
The lively town center with pedestrian streets, mountain views, shops, and easy access to key transport links and landmarks.
One of the valley's most famous viewpoints, known for reflective lake scenes and sweeping views of the Mont Blanc massif.
Central square anchored by the Saussure-Balmat statue, one of the town's most photographed and convenient meeting points.
Classic Alpine fondue from nearby Savoie, made with melted local cheeses such as Beaufort, Comté, and Emmental, served with bread for dipping.
A beloved mountain meal of melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, usually served with pickles and charcuterie; a staple of winter dining in Chamonix.
Hearty Savoyard potato gratin with Reblochon cheese, lardons, and onions, strongly associated with the Haute-Savoie Alpine food culture.
Historic Chamonix institution with refined French and Alpine cuisine, elegant dining rooms, and a long-standing gourmet reputation.
Popular long-running bistro with creative small plates and Asian-influenced flavors, offering a modern contrast to heavy mountain fare.
Well-known upscale restaurant and bar combining seafood, sushi, and French dishes in a stylish, lively mountain setting.
A major Alpine resort: lodging and dining cost more than in many French towns, especially in ski season and summer peak weeks.
Service is usually included in restaurant prices. Leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated but not required. Round up small taxi fares; no tip is expected for quick counter service.
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