Chamonix, a ski resort town known for skiing in the winter and hiking in the summer, is 290 miles (470 km) away from Paris. Transport options between the two destinations include a 5.5-hour train journey or a combination of a flight to Geneva and a private transfer or shuttle from there. 

If you're interested in a summer tour, this 7-day hiking itinerary takes you from the Chamonix Valley through the French, Italian, and Swiss Alps. If you'd rather explore more of the eastern part of France, this 10-day itinerary takes you wine tasting in Lyon, strolling through the charming town of Annecy, and finally to Chamonix, where a local historian will give you the lay of the land. 

By Train

Duration: 5.5 hours, depending on transfers

Your train itinerary will depend on your travel season: in winter, a direct train goes from Paris to Saint Gervais Les Bains - Le Fayet, and then a regional train (TER) goes to Chamonix, which is another 12 miles (20 km) away. But in most cases you will need to take a train from Paris to either Annecy, Lyon, or Bellegarde and then another train to Saint Gervais Les Bains - Le Fayet from there. 

By Plane and Shuttle Bus

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes, plus transfers to/from airports and shuttles

Several companies offer direct flights from Paris to Geneva, and Chamonix is only 54 miles (88 km) away from the Geneva-Cointrin International Airport (GVA). Daily shuttle buses cross the border and connect the airport to town. 


Map of How to Get from Paris to Chamonix
Map of How to Get from Paris to Chamonix