Driving to Chamonix from the UK

Crossing the channel

Eurotunnel is the fastest but also the most expensive - however, booking early can get you some good deals. It's worth checking the Eurotunnel site for special offers
The main ferry companies are P & 0 Ferries, Seafrance and Norfolk Line.
Ferrysavers generally have good prices - the Dunkerque crossing is often less busy and just as good.

Driving from Calais to Chamonix

It takes around 8 hours to drive the 900km to Chamonix from Calais. Almost the entire distance is on the motorway, the roads are very good and well signed. The most usual route is Calais > Reims > Dijon > Geneva > Chamonix.
Calais to Chamonix route on Google maps
(N.B. This map is to the centre of Les Praz de Chamonix - full directions to the chalet will be sent on booking)
On the way back, it's simplest to follow signs to Paris, and then to Lille before heading for Calais.

If you want to break the journey on the way, Troyes or Reims are good stop-off points. Reims has plenty of late-opening hotels in the centre. Take a look at our blog for more stops en route, with hotel suggestions.
You should allow around 60 euros for tolls each way. The roads are cleared very regularly, but it's a good idea to carry a set of snow chains in case of bad weather.
Michelin and The AA both have good route planners to help you plan your journey.

The chalet is very easy to access, and full directions with printable maps will be sent on booking. There is plenty of parking outside the chalet, which is located on a no through road. It's very useful to have a car in Chamonix as the ski areas are quite spread out. (More information about travel within the Chamonix Valley).