Cheap coach tickets from Zurich to Chamonix

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Coach from Zurich to Chamonix: Journey Information

There are 5 intercity coaches per day from Zurich to Chamonix. Travelling by coach from Zurich to Chamonix usually takes around 10 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance
128 mi (206 km)
Shortest duration
8h 50m
Cheapest price
£37.05
Trips per day
5
Most frequent service
FlixBus
Coach lines
1

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How much is a coach ticket from Zurich to Chamonix?

Coach tickets for a trip from Zurich to Chamonix cost about £53 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than £53. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Zurich to Chamonix by travel date

£60£40£20NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Zurich to Chamonix in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £43 to £52. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 7 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Chamonix this week, coach tickets are available starting at £43.

Prices as travel date approaches

£75£60£45£30£150

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.

What coach companies travel from Zurich to Chamonix?

There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Zurich to Chamonix. FlixBus connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus510h 33m£55.53
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 5 trips from Zurich to Chamonix, and usually makes the trip in about 10 hours and 33 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Zurich to Chamonix

There are 5 scheduled coaches that travel from Zurich to Chamonix every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.

Trips per day

5

Direct trips

0

The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 128 miles from Zurich to Chamonix. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

128

Distance (km)

206

The first coach leaves at 0:40 and the last coach leaves at 22:15. To see the times for all coaches from Zurich to Chamonix, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

12:40am

Latest coach

10:15pm

Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travellers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Chamonix. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Saturday

Least crowded

Tuesday

City Information

Zurich

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Located in the heart of Europe, Switzerland’s largest city lies at the northwestern tip of the eponymous Lake Zurich. This cosmopolitan city is buzzing year-round with vibrant city life, while the relaxing and peaceful Alps are less than an hour away.

Lake Zurich provides an elegant focal point of the city, with daily cruises available to explore this vast lake. Many chic cafes and restaurants are dotted along the banks, epitomizing Zurich's urban and cosmopolitan vibe.

The Old Town, or Altstadt, is arguably one of the city's most beautiful areas, characterized by winding cobblestone streets and medieval-style architecture. Here, you'll discover some of Zurich's most iconic landmarks, such as St Peter's church with its impossibly large clock face, the largest clock in Europe.

If the weather isn't suited to wandering, there are over 50 museums within Zurich to explore. Go traditional with the Swiss National Museum, or opt for something a bit more exhilarating at the FIFA Museum.

Zurich's airport is the largest in Switzerland, and it is just 10 kilometres from the city centre. Several train carriers, including the German Deutsche Bahn network, operate routes to Zurich from across Europe. Long-distance coaches also make it easy to reach Zurich from cities like Bern, Stuttgart, Munich, and Milan.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Zurich?

Main departure station: Limmatstrasse 5

Zurich Central Bus Station is directly next to Zurich HB (the city's central train station), and coaches operate here to various destinations across Europe. Although there are few amenities for the station, most people rely on the train station's extensive shopping facilities, including restaurants, grocery stores, cafes, and souvenir shops. There is also a large, multi-storey car park and stops for different services, such as Flixbus and OneBus. Flixbus also has a ticket and information centre here, although they encourage passengers to buy tickets online in advance. Destinations include Paris, Nantes, Salzburg, Sofia, and Bucharest.

All coach stations in Zurich:

  • Limmatstrasse 5

Where does the coach arrive in Chamonix?

Main arrival station: 234 Avenue de Courmayeur

All coaches from Zurich arrive at one main station in Chamonix.

Coach stations in Chamonix:

  • 234 Avenue de Courmayeur

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