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Nearest Airport to Chamonix: Geneva (88 km), Bus, Train & Transfers
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The short answer
Geneva Airport is the nearest major airport to Chamonix, 88 km away. Annecy airport is 90 km and Lyon 220 km. Flixbus runs daily from Geneva Airport, and the train from Geneva Cornavin takes about 2 hours 40 minutes.
Getting to Chamonix: airports and routes
| From | Distance | Getting to the resort | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geneva (GVA) | 88 km | Daily Flixbus; train from Geneva Cornavin about 2 h 40 | source |
| Annecy (NCY) | 90 km | Train from Annecy about 2 h 40 | source |
| Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LYS) | 220 km | Train from Lyon about 5 h | source |
Distances and times are those published by the official source, not live journey estimates.
By train
The Mont-Blanc Express runs from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains–Le Fayet through Les Houches, Chamonix, Argentière and Vallorcine to Martigny in Switzerland. Paris to Chamonix takes about 6 hours 30.
Transfers and car hire
Shared and private transfers from Geneva go to your accommodation. Read our Geneva-to-Chamonix comparison for buses, trains, transfers and car hire in detail.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the closest airport to Chamonix?
Geneva, 88 km away. Annecy is 90 km and Lyon 220 km.
Is there a bus from Geneva Airport to Chamonix?
Yes, Flixbus runs daily, and shared shuttles also operate in winter.
Official sources
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