- 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
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 51 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
416 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau to Chambéry is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau to Chambéry will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 4 buses that leave Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau for Chambéry on Fri, Jun 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 416 km distance in an average of 8 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 30 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 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau to Chambéry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $50.
Distance: 258 miles (416 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $114 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau to Chambéry:
A bus is $58 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau to Chambéry costing on average $92 (€75).
A bus is $80 (€66) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau to Chambéry costing on average $114 (€93).
Other travel options to Chambéry take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 31m.
Bus takes on average 9h 20m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $112 (€92) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $78 (€64). The journey takes 9h 20m versus 5h 42m 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 Bus, FlixBus.
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 02:15PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau to Chambéry buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 PM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 8h10 | 4:20 AM Chambéry | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 2:55 AM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 9h10 | 12:05 PM Chambéry | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 9h30 | 7:05 PM Chambéry | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau to Chambéry run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 20:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 258 miles (416 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 258 miles (416 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 8:10 PM |
Last bus 9:10 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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