Grenoble to Chamonix by train

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Overview: trains from Grenoble to Chamonix

Find the key information for travelling by train from Grenoble to Chamonix, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:07 View journey
Last train 19:33 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 2m View journey
Distance (km) 122
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey CA$65.65 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 5m
Train operators 10

Travelling from Grenoble to Chamonix by train

Want to know how to get from Grenoble to Chamonix by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Grenoble to Chamonix take around 4 hours and 2 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 122 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Grenoble is scheduled to depart at around  05:07. The last departure is usually at around 19:33 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Grenoble at around 06:58, with the last train leaving at around 19:33. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$65.65.

We think any time is a great time to visit Chamonix, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Chamonix.

Is there a direct train from Grenoble to Chamonix?

The journey between Grenoble and Chamonix usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Grenoble to Chamonix every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Grenoble to Chamonix?

The Grenoble to Chamonix train travel takes about 4 hours and 2 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Grenoble to Chamonix train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chamonix leaving Grenoble at around 05:07 and the last train leaving at around 19:33 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Grenoble at around 06:58, with the final departure at 19:33.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.