How to travel from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

You can travel between Zermatt and Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by train.

The cheapest way to travel from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a train with an average price of $115 (€93).

The fastest way to travel from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 31m.

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

Train takes on average 2h 36m.

The distance from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is approximately 42 miles (69 km).

The average frequency per day from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is:

• Around 11 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:

• Trains mostly depart from Zermatt Bhf and arrive in Le Châtelard-Frontière.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with SBB, Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn to go to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:

• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Zermatt to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc often also extend their vacation to go to Geneva, Geneva International Airport, Annecy, Paris, Milan. 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.