Stations / France
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Train to the door
The train reaches Chamonix itself; the town centre and Aiguille du Midi cable car are a short walk from the platform.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc sits on the metre-gauge Mont Blanc Express, which continues across the border to Martigny in Switzerland. Geneva Airport connects either by a direct Altibus coach or by Leman Express train to Saint-Gervais-Le Fayet with a same-valley change. The town centre, the Aiguille du Midi cable car and the Montenvers rack railway are all a short walk from the station, with Argentiere one stop further on the same train.
Where the train gets you from here
| Destination | Last mile | Time | Winter frequency | Last departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chamonix town centre | on foot from the station | 5 min | check the operator's timetable | operator timetable |
| Aiguille du Midi cable car | on foot from the station | 10 min | check the operator's timetable | operator timetable |
| Montenvers - Mer de Glace rack railway | on foot from the station | 5 min | check the operator's timetable | operator timetable |
| Argentiere | by public bus | 15 min | check the operator's timetable | operator timetable |
From the airports
- Geneva Airport to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Times are estimates, not a timetable. Verify before booking.
Scenic lines through here
When the last mile is the problem
Three or more of you with ski bags, a late arrival, or a Saturday changeover: the onward bus is where the train journey stops being easy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a bus to reach central Chamonix?
No, the town centre is about a five-minute walk from the station.
How do I reach Argentiere?
On the same Mont Blanc Express train, one stop further, not a separate bus.
Is there a direct train from Geneva Airport?
Not direct. Take the Leman Express to Saint-Gervais-Le Fayet, then the Mont Blanc Express, or the direct Altibus coach.
Sources
Read 17 Sep 2026 from SNCF (Mont Blanc Express, metre-gauge Saint-Gervais-Vallorcine line).