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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 8 m
Buses on Sep 17
32
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 32 buses from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, including 32 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.
86692:20 PM1h40Genève, Aéroport4:00 PMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:35 AM1h20Geneve, Place Dorcière6:55 AMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€191One-way0 transfers- FlixBus7:35 AM1h20Geneve, Place Dorcière8:55 AMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€191One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:05 PM1h15Geneve, Place Dorcière5:20 PMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€201One-way0 transfers
Normal2:00 PM1h15Genève, Aéroport3:15 PMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€211One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM1h00Geneve, Place Dorcière9:25 AMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€221One-way0 transfers- 12:45 PM1h10Geneve, Place Dorcière1:55 PMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€221One-way0 transfers
- 1:50 PM1h10Geneve, Place Dorcière3:00 PMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€221One-way0 transfers
- 10:30 AM1h10Geneve, Place Dorcière11:40 AMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€221One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM1h10Geneve, Place Dorcière7:40 AMChamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)€221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. 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 €18, while a train costs an average of €64.
Distance: 64 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc:
A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc costing on average €64.
Other travel options to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Live departures
Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:40 PM Geneva | 0h40 | 11:20 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:20 PM Geneva | 0h20 | 11:40 PM Chamonix-Mont-Blanc | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| FlixBus | 5:35 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h20 | 6:55 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1h40 | 7:40 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h10 | 7:40 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h20 | 8:55 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1h25 | 9:25 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1h40 | 9:40 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:25 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h15 | 9:40 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:25 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h00 | 9:25 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h10 | 9:40 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PANORAMIC BUS | 8:30 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h10 | 9:40 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:40 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h30 | 10:10 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1h10 | 10:10 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:15 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1h15 | 10:30 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1h40 | 11:40 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h10 | 11:40 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:40 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h30 | 12:10 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1h15 | 12:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Genève, Aéroport | 1h10 | 12:10 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:15 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1h40 | 1:55 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:45 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h10 | 1:55 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1h30 | 3:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h10 | 3:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:00 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1h15 | 3:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8669 | 2:20 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1h40 | 4:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1h30 | 4:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:50 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h10 | 4:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:55 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h20 | 4:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:00 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1h15 | 5:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h15 | 5:20 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 1h40 | 6:10 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h10 | 6:10 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:40 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 1h20 | 8:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Switzerland
France
Buses from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc run on average 45 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 43 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 64 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 64 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 45 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: Swiss Tours, FlixBus, AlpyBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alpine Fleet, Infobus, SNCF | Autocar from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-BlancYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc with Swiss Tours, FlixBus, AlpyBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alpine Fleet, Infobus, SNCF | Autocar for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Reaching the ski slopes and beautiful Alpine valleys around Chamonix from Geneva is easy, with plenty of buses to choose from. Every weekday, 21-24 buses run directly to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc from Geneva, and there is a similar frequency on weekends. Journey times vary between 1 hour 2 minutes and 2 hours 5 minutes.
Which bus companies travel from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
A few companies make the journey from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Options will include Eurolines, SwissTours, and BlaBlaBus. AlpyBus also offers services from Geneva Airport to nearby Les Houches.
How long is the bus from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
A transfer from Geneva to Chamonix should take between 1 hour 2 minutes and 2 hours 5 minutes in total. This means that there's quite a bit of variety regarding journey times, so check schedules accordingly to ensure that the route option is as convenient as possible.
How many buses are there from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
Travelers can expect a wide range of options when catching buses from Geneva to Chamonix. There should be 21-24 direct buses from the center of Geneva to the Alpine resort every single day.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
Departure Bus Station: A transfer from Geneva to Chamonix could depart from either Geneva Aeroport, or Place Dorciere, in the center of town. Place Dorciere is located around 200 meters from the lakefront, making ferry transfers from regional towns a good option. It's also a 10 minute walk from Cornavin Station, which makes it easy to reach the bus station from locations across western Switzerland. Those heading to the airport to catch their bus can take trains from Cornavin, which arrive in about 15 minutes. Local buses 5, 10, 23, 28, 56, 57, or 66 offer cheaper transfer options if required.
Arrival Bus Station: When taking a transfer from Geneva to Chamonix, buses will arrive at the town's Av. Courmayeur coach stop (also known as Chamonix Sud). The bus station is situated south of the River Arve, at the heart of the shopping district, and within a few minutes walk of most leading ski hire outlets. Arrivals can walk 10 minutes across the river to Aiguille du Midi station, where they can hook up with services to other nearby resorts. Cable cars also run out of Arguille to accommodation further up the mountain slopes.
FAQs: Bus from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Swiss Tours
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- AlpyBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Swiss Tours
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- AlpyBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Swiss Tours
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
- AlpyBus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 23kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Swiss Tours
- 25€ per additional bag.
- AlpyBus
- 15€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Swiss Tours
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- AlpyBus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Most Geneva to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc buses use the Geneve, Place Dorcière to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station pair, with some services arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Chamonix-Mont-Blanc bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Geneva station do buses to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc leave from?
Getting to Genève, Aéroport from Geneva city centre
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport bus station facilities and services
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Geneve, Place Dorcière from Geneva city centre
Geneve, Place Dorcière bus station facilities and services
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Genéve from Geneva city centre
Genéve bus station facilities and services
Genéve has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several coffee shops and snack bars available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genéve.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genéve: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genéve: Wheelchair accessible with assistance.
Which Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station do buses from Geneva arrive at?
Getting to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc city centre
Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) bus station facilities and services
Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud): Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc city centre
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière is 7 km from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc city centre. Public transport options include:
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière bus station facilities and services
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière. ATMs are available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Gare de Argentière: Wheelchair accessible platform.
Getting to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère) from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc city centre
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère) is 2 km from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc city centre. Public transport options include:
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère) bus station facilities and services
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère). ATMs are available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chemin Paul Simond (La Flégère).
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