Annecy to Chamonix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

35.6 miles 57.3 km · straight line
61.8 miles actual route 99.4 km · driving distance
1h 17min estimated drive time
€11 - €14 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
87° E bearing direction

How far is Annecy from Chamonix?

The distance from Annecy to Chamonix is 35.6 miles (57.3 km) as the crow flies. Chamonix is located E of Annecy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 61.8 miles, taking about 1h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in France.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Annecy and Chamonix. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Annecy to Chamonix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 17min €11 - €14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 32min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Annecy & Chamonix

Quick Facts

Annecy
45.90°N, 6.13°E
Europe/Paris
448m elevation
Chamonix
45.92°N, 6.87°E
Europe/Paris
1035m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 699.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM