How to travel from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

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Compare bus and train for Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł 52 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł 52, while a train costs an average of zł 104.

Distance: 36 miles (58 km)

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zł 52

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zł 104

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2h 4m

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1h 34m

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2h 42m

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2h 12m

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1h 11m

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The cheapest way to travel from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a bus with an average price of zł 52.

This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:

A bus is zł 52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc costing on average zł 104.

The fastest way to travel from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 4m.

Other travel options to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Annecy and Chamonix-Mont-Blanc including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around zł 52 compared to roughly zł 119 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł 68. The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 11m 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.

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.

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from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

How to get from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50951
    10:00 AM1h30
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    11:30 AMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)
    zł 381One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50951
    10:00 AM1h30
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    11:30 AMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)
    zł 381One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50951
    10:00 AM1h30
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    11:30 AMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)
    zł 381One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER884625 · 18929+LEX L2L2 (23435)
    5:44 PM2h25
    Annecy station
    8:09 PMLes Moussoux
    zł 1071One-way
    2 transfers
  • LEX L2L2 (23417)+LEX L3L3 (23458)+TER18909
    8:44 AM2h25
    Annecy station
    11:09 AMLes Moussoux
    zł 1071One-way
    2 transfers
  • LEX L2L2 (23433)+LEX L3L3 (23466)+TER18927
    4:44 PM2h25
    Annecy station
    7:09 PMLes Moussoux
    zł 1071One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus80011
    10:05 PM1h35
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    11:40 PMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)
    zł 381One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50225
    5:50 PM1h50
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    7:40 PMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)
    zł 421One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus80082
    12:50 PM1h35
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    2:25 PMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)
    zł 561One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Travel to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc.

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There are 2 options to travel between Annecy and Chamonix-Mont-Blanc including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a bus with an average price of zł 52.

This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:

A bus is zł 52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc costing on average zł 104.

The fastest way to travel from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 4m.

Other travel options to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 42m.

The distance from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is approximately 36 miles (58 km).
The average frequency per day from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is:
  • Around 27 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Annecy and Chamonix-Mont-Blanc as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:
  • Trains mostly depart from Annecy station and arrive in Chamonix-Aiguille-du-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Annecy, Gare Routière and arrive in Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, LEX L3, TER, LEX L2 to go to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar to go to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:
  • 9 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar.
Omio customers who travel from Annecy to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc often also extend their vacation to go to Geneva, Geneva International Airport, Milan, Paris, Courmayeur. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, you can explore Mont Blanc through guided climbs or hikes, enjoy skiing and snowboarding at Les Grands Montets, and take a historic ride on the Montenvers Railway to the Mer de Glace. Paragliding over the Chamonix Valley offers breathtaking views, while hiking in the Aiguilles Rouges provides diverse landscapes. Key sights include the Aiguille du Midi for panoramic alpine views, the Mer de Glace glacier, the picturesque Lac Blanc, the wildlife-rich Parc de Merlet, and the Chamonix Alpine Museum.
A stay of 3 to 5 days in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is ideal to explore its stunning alpine scenery, enjoy skiing or snowboarding, hike its famous trails, and visit attractions like the Aiguille du Midi and Montenvers Mer de Glace.
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