- Must visit
Patek Philippe Museum
Major watchmaking museum with historic timepieces, automata, and archives; a standout for Geneva’s horology heritage.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Geneva will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 31 buses that leave Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for Geneva on Fri, Jun 05, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $92 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Geneva:
A bus is $70 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Geneva costing on average $92 (€74).
Other travel options to Geneva take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 53m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $28 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 38m versus 1h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Swiss Tours, AlpyBus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Alpine Fleet.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:18AM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:48PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator AlpyBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:33PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:48PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Swiss Tours | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:48PM | Duration 1h18 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
The table below shows live departures for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Geneva buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:50 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 10:00 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 2:50 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h25 | 4:15 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h45 | 9:00 AM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 2h10 | 9:25 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h18 | 9:18 AM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 9:10 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h30 | 9:30 AM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 11:10 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h18 | 11:18 AM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h30 | 11:45 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h18 | 12:18 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 12:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 2h15 | 1:30 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h50 | 1:05 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 1:40 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h18 | 1:48 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h18 | 2:48 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 2:40 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h45 | 3:15 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 2h10 | 3:40 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:00 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h30 | 3:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
1716 | 2:20 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h45 | 4:05 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h18 | 3:48 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 3:40 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h18 | 6:33 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 6:25 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h50 | 7:05 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 2h15 | 7:30 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h25 | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h18 | 7:48 PM Genève, Aéroport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) | 1h10 | 7:40 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Geneva run on average 40 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 37 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:08, the last at 23:38. The fastest bus covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 40 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 12:08 AM |
Last bus 11:38 PM |
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Catching the bus from Chamonix to Geneva is a great option. There should be over 10 direct buses on weekdays as well as Saturdays and Sundays. Buses are operated by BlaBlaBus, SwissTours, and AlpyBus, and durations will range from 1 hour 10 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes - so it's not a long haul.
Travelers won't need to worry about spending hours on the bus from Chamonix to Geneva. Services run direct from the center of the resort to Geneva's airport, and journey times vary from 1 hour 10 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes.
Buses from Chamonix to Geneva leave every day, so finding a suitable service should be simple. There are over 10 direct buses on weekdays and weekends alike. On most days, the first bus leaves just before 4:00 a.m., while the final departure will be at around 9:30 p.m. - so late evening buses aren't usually an option.
Departure bus station: Buses from Chamonix to Geneva will usually leave from Av Courmayeur. The bus stop is located in the center of the resort, right next to the river. Local buses offer connections from more distant chalets and hotels, while it's within walking distance of central hotels. AlpyBus also offers various departure points near major resorts, including Les Bossons and Les Praz La Flegere.
Arrival bus station: Buses from Chamonix will arrive at Geneva's Airport or Place Dorciere in the center of town. This provides plenty of options for travelers, whether they are catching planes or seeing the sights. Place Dorciere is the best option for those heading into the city, and is 10 minutes from the majority of local attractions. It also hosts cafes, shops, and restrooms.
Buses from Chamonix to Geneva are provided by three companies: BlaBlaBus, AlpyBus, and SwissTours. All run direct services from the heart of Chamonix, and passengers can choose to disembark at Geneva's airport or in the city center.
AlpyBus is the most expensive provider of buses to Geneva. Its services run from a number of popular spots in the Chamonix area and are tailored to skiers who need to carry kit and don't want to head into town.
SwissTours offers an affordable direct connection to Geneva from Chamonix, running fast buses to both the airport and Place Dorciere in the city center. Journey times will almost always be below 1 hour 20 minutes, a little faster than AlpyBus.
BlaBlaBus is the major operator on the Chamonix to Geneva route, running daily direct services to both the city center and the airport. Its buses tend to be the slowest of all, often taking over 2 hours, which may be worth bearing in mind.
All of the bus operators from Chamonix to Geneva allow customers to pay supplementary fees for additional luggage, which is handy for those carrying large amounts of ski gear to the airport. Otherwise, travelers will usually be allowed to take 1-2 pieces of large luggage on board via the hold, and to take a smaller item of carry on luggage in the cabin with them. First Class fares aren't an option, but all operators provide comfortable seating, on-board WiFi, and entertainment during the trip. BlaBlaBus doesn't allow pets on board, aside from helper dogs, and only folding bikes are allowed. AlpyBus will accept bikes, for a small surcharge, and pets aren't allowed. Swisstours does allow service dogs, but other animals aren't permitted, while folding bikes can be carried in the hold. All carriers will cater for disabled travelers, but prior notification is advisable to ensure that buses have the capacity to carry wheelchairs.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Geneva by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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