Access
How do I get to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?
The Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Valley: unique in the world, but not at the end of the world!
Nestled at the foot of Mont-Blanc, on the border between Italy and Switzerland, the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Valley is easily accessible, whether by car, train or bus.
Today, mobility represents a major issue, as 94% of CO₂ emissions in the valley are linked to the modes of transport used by travellers to get there.
That's why we're taking active action by offering itineraries and alternatives to reach the valley differently. The journey begins as soon as you hop on a train, get on your bike or share a ride in a carpool!
To reduce the environmental impact of your travels, opt for sustainable mobility.
Getting here by train
SNCF station at the resort (Mont Blanc Express).
Mont Blanc Express : the SNCF serves all villages from St Gervais-les-Bains-le Fayet to Martigny (Switzerland), including Servoz, Les Houches, Chamonix, Argentière and Vallorcine.
The “Léman Express” cross-border network between France and Switzerland serves St Gervais-le Fayet station, which is directly connected to the “Mont Blanc Express”.
Information on the Léman Express
TER and TGV rail links from St Gervais-les-Bains-le Fayet station 20 km away.
SNCF information – Tel. 3635
Getting here by plane
Aéroport International de Genève (88km)
Tél : + 41 (0) 22 717 71 11
The bus company SAT provides daily links between Geneva airport and Chamonix.
SAT Mont-Blanc
Aéroport Haute-Savoie Mont Blanc Annecy (90km)
Tél : +33 (0) 4 50 27 30 06
Léman Express rail link between Geneva airport and St Gervais-le Fayet station
Full information on Léman Express
Public and private transport operators can be contacted for transfers to and from an airport.
See the full list of coach operators, private transport companies and taxis here.
Aéroport International de Lyon-Saint Exupéry (220km) -
Tél : +33 (0) 8 26 800 826
The airport is served by a high-speed train (TGV) station
Site de la SNCF
Road access
Since the Mountain Law came into force in autumn 2021, it is now compulsory for all light vehicles, commercial vehicles and motor homes between November 1 and March 31 to:
- carry metal or textile snow chains in their trunks to equip at least two drive wheels
- or be equipped with four winter tires.
From France: direct access via the Autoroute Blanche (A40-E25) linked to the European motorway network.
From Italy: 15km from the border via the Mont-Blanc tunnel.
- Information Autoroute Blanche and Mont-Blanc Tunnel: ATMB website
From Switzerland: freeway to Martigny, Col de la Forclaz then Col des Montets.
If you have an electric vehicle, consult the map of electric recharging stations available in the Valley.
Buses and airport transfers: Daily connections with Geneva and Italy. Book online here
Consult the complete list of coach operators, private transporters and cabs.
