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Maison de la Réserve Naturelle des Aiguilles Rouges
Local museum on Alpine fauna and valley life, useful for understanding the natural environment around Vallorcine and the Mont Blanc area.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Vallorcine among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 23 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Vallorcine:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Vallorcine costing on average £9.
Other travel options to Vallorcine take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 31m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £2. The journey takes 1h 31m versus 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Vallorcine run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 6:28 |
Last train 20:10 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Local museum on Alpine fauna and valley life, useful for understanding the natural environment around Vallorcine and the Mont Blanc area.
Compact mountaineering museum in nearby Chamonix presenting Alpine exploration, equipment, and the history of climbing in the valley.
Small crystal museum in Chamonix displaying minerals from the Mont Blanc massif, popular with visitors interested in geology.
Popular high-mountain viewpoint above Vallorcine, reached by lift and paths, with wide views over the Aiguilles Rouges and nearby peaks.
Historic mountain pass and walking area linking Vallorcine with Switzerland, rewarding visitors with broad views and cross-border trail options.
Scenic mountain hamlet and walking area beside the river, ideal for gentle strolls, heritage views, and access to the valley’s trails.
A hearty Alpine gratin of potatoes, Reblochon cheese, lardons and onions, long associated with Savoy mountain cooking.
Savoyard fondue blends local cheeses such as Comté, Beaufort and Emmental with white wine for a classic communal mountain meal.
Thin potato slices baked with cream, butter and often cheese; a traditional Savoy side dish from the nearby Arve valley.
Traditional mountain restaurant in Vallorcine serving Savoy specialities in a cosy chalet-style setting.
Warm, established hotel restaurant known for hearty Alpine cooking and a relaxed village atmosphere.
Casual slope-side spot at Le Buet area, popular for simple lunches, drinks and mountain views.
Vallorcine is pricier than many French rural areas due to Mont Blanc tourism. Lodging and dining are above average, while local rail and buses can help keep transport costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Vallorcine by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vallorcine, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Gervais-les-Bains to Vallorcine trains use the St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet to Vallorcine station pair, with some services arriving at Le Buet. Use this guide to compare Saint-Gervais-les-Bains and Vallorcine train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet is 1 km from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Galeta, Restaurant La Ferme de Cupelin
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Ticket office support is available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Gervais-les-Bains-le-Fayet: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Terminus Mont-Blanc, La Chaumière Mountain Lodge, Hôtel Val Joly.
Vallorcine has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Le Café Comptoir, Restaurant La Poya
Available at Vallorcine: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vallorcine: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vallorcine.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Buet, Hotel du Buet.
Le Buet is 2 km from Vallorcine city centre. Public transport options include:
Le Buet has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Le Buet.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Buet.
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