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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
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sallanches to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sallanches to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sallanches for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 19 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 45 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 Sallanches to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m 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 Sallanches to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station:
A bus is $0.20 (€0.16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sallanches to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station costing on average $8 (€7).
Other travel options to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station take longer:
Train takes on average 51m.
You'll arrive about -1h -3m sooner (30m by bus vs 27m by car) and save roughly $-2.41 (€-1.95) compared to fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $6 (€5)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by SNCF | Autocar, BlaBlaCar, Cars Région Haute-Savoie, FlixBus.
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 SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:12PM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 05:23PM | Arrival Time 06:12PM | Duration 0h49 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
The table below shows live departures for Sallanches to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 AM Sallanches | 0h45 | 6:55 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Sallanches | 0h45 | 7:55 AM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Sallanches to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station run on average 6 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 22:14. The fastest bus covers the 11 miles (19 km) distance in 36m.
Distance 11 miles (19 km) |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 36m |
First bus 6:10 AM |
Last bus 10:14 PM |
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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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