Grand-Saconnex to Chamonix bus
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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Grand-Saconnex to Chamonix. Traveling by bus from Grand-Saconnex to Chamonix usually takes around one hour and 37 minutes, but the fastest Swiss Tours bus can make the trip in just one hour and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 42 mi (67 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $14.28 |
| Trips per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Swiss Tours |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Grand-Saconnex to Chamonix?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Grand-Saconnex to Chamonix that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Swiss Tours usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4 | 1h 34m | $27.64 |
| Swiss Tours | 6 | 1h 41m | $27.52 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Grand-Saconnex to Chamonix, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 34 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Swiss Tours, aka Swiss Tours Transferts (Transfers), operates several coach lines from its base in Geneva. Buses service some of France and Switzerland's most popular yet hard-to-reach destinations, like Les Gets, Chamonix, and Zurich. Buses vary from large 50-seater coaches to smaller 16-seat minibuses depending on the route and demand, but all provide a safe, reliable trip with AC.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The bus takes an average of one hour and 37 minutes to cover the 67 kilometers from Grand-Saconnex to Chamonix. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 25 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Chamonix at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Grand-Saconnex to Chamonix, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Grand-Saconnex?
Main departure station: Geneva Airport
Grand-Saconnex has two bus stations with service to Chamonix.
All bus stations in Grand-Saconnex:
Geneva Airport
Geneva Airport
Where does the bus arrive in Chamonix?
Main arrival station: 234 Avenue de Courmayeur
All buses from Grand-Saconnex arrive at one main station in Chamonix.
Bus stations in Chamonix:
234 Avenue de Courmayeur
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