Basel to Chamonix train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Basel to Chamonix take around 4 hours and 49 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 189 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Basel is scheduled to depart at around  04:57. The last departure is usually at around 22:28 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Basel at around 00:33, with the last train leaving at around 22:28. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 41 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 US$89.00.

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 Basel to Chamonix?

The journey between Basel and Chamonix usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.

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

The Basel to Chamonix train travel takes about 4 hours and 49 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basel to Chamonix train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Chamonix leaving Basel at around 04:57 and the last train leaving at around 22:28 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basel at around 00:33, with the final departure at 22:28.