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Local museum presenting Saint-Gervais history, alpine life and spa heritage. A strong introduction to the town’s identity and culture.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€23
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€23
Fastest journey on Sep 05
1 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 05
9
Distance
73 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 9 trains from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 73 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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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884505 · 884606
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884505 · 884606Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 45 miles (73 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains costing on average €21.
Other travel options to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
Tickets start at around €21 compared to roughly €29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €8. The journey takes 1h 56m versus 1h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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884505 · 884606 | 8:15 AM Bellegarde | 2h01 | 10:16 AM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 1 transfer | |
884509+ L3 (23460) | 10:15 AM Bellegarde | 2h01 | 12:16 PM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 1 transfer | |
884517+ L3 (23462) | 12:15 PM Bellegarde | 2h01 | 2:16 PM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 1 transfer | |
884521+ L3 (23464) | 2:15 PM Bellegarde | 2h01 | 4:16 PM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 1 transfer | |
884525+ L3 (23466) | 4:15 PM Bellegarde | 2h01 | 6:16 PM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 1 transfer | |
884625 | 5:15 PM Bellegarde | 2h01 | 7:16 PM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 0 transfersDirect | |
884531+ L3 (23468) | 6:15 PM Bellegarde | 2h01 | 8:16 PM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 1 transfer | |
884629 | 7:15 PM Bellegarde | 1h59 | 9:14 PM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 0 transfersDirect | |
884539+ L3 (23470) | 8:15 PM Bellegarde | 2h01 | 10:16 PM Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (73 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 45 miles (73 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
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Discover the best of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Saint-Gervais-les-Bains trip today.
Local museum presenting Saint-Gervais history, alpine life and spa heritage. A strong introduction to the town’s identity and culture.
Contemporary art center in a restored thermal building, known for ambitious exhibitions that connect art, landscape and mountain culture.
Regional museum in nearby Chamonix dedicated to Alpine exploration, mountaineering and glaciers. Worth the short trip for mountain history.
The historic village center with lanes, squares and traditional buildings. Ideal for strolling, shops and a feel for everyday Saint-Gervais life.
Scenic hamlet area with traditional architecture and excellent Mont Blanc views. Popular for quiet walks and authentic mountain atmosphere.
Broad alpine plateau and viewpoint area offering sweeping mountain scenery, summer walks and winter ski access above the village.
A Savoyard gratin of potatoes, onions, bacon and reblochon. Rich mountain comfort food, widely eaten in Haute-Savoie after skiing or hiking.
Melted local cheeses served in a communal pot with bread. A classic Alpine meal that reflects the dairy traditions of the Mont Blanc region.
Cheese melted and scraped onto potatoes, charcuterie and pickles. Deeply traditional in Savoie and a signature cold-weather mountain feast.
Established alpine dining spot serving refined regional cuisine and seasonal dishes with a cozy, polished atmosphere.
Traditional mountain restaurant known for Savoyard classics like fondue and raclette in a warm chalet setting near the village center.
Casual crêperie and restaurant appreciated for galettes, salads and relaxed service, offering a lighter option alongside mountain dishes.
Expensive for French mountain resorts: lodging and ski-season dining run high, while local buses help keep transit costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet -> Saint-Gervais-les-Bains Tourist Office, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bellegarde-sur-Valserine to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains trains use the Bellegarde to St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet station pair. Use this guide to compare Bellegarde-sur-Valserine and Saint-Gervais-les-Bains train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bellegarde has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Terminus, Café de la Gare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bellegarde. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bellegarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bellegarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bellegarde: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bellegarde: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hermance, Hôtel Pierre Blanche, Hôtel Kyriad Bellegarde.
St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet is 1 km from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Galeta, Restaurant La Ferme de Cupelin
Free.
Ticket office support is available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Terminus Mont-Blanc, La Chaumière Mountain Lodge, Hôtel Val Joly.
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