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How to go to Val-D'Isere

If you're planning a ski trip to Val D'Isere, there are multiple transportation options to consider.

1 - Flight + Bus or Shuttle

Val D'Isere is accessible through several airports within a three-hour drive.

Geneva Airport (GVA) is the top choice for many travelers, and companies like Alpine Fleet and AlpyBus offer frequent transfers from the airport to the resort, with a journey time of about 2h40.

Other airport options include Chambery (CMF), which is the closest airport, but it’s also much smaller. Grenoble (GNB) and Lyon (LYS) airports are also close to the region and can be an entryway to the region.

Consider using transfer services like Alpine Fleet, which provides reliable transportation with multiple daily departures to Val D'Isere at great prices.

2 - Trains

Trains are a good choice if you're traveling from different parts of France or other countries around it. Depending on where you’re coming from, it might involve a few changes. These are the most popular options:

• Paris to Bourg-Saint-Maurice: you can take the TGV (France’s fast train service) from Paris Gare du Lyon to Bourg-Saint-Maurice, which is the closest train station to the resort area, located about 30km away. The direct train ride lasts about 5 hours, but interconnected journeys are also available, taking about 9 hours.

• London to Bourg-Saint-Maurice: if you're coming from England by train, you can take the Eurostar to reach Paris, and then take the train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice.

• Geneva to Bourg-Saint-Maurice: direct trains are also available from Geneva to Bourg-Saint-Maurice, with the trip taking about 3h45 minutes.

Bourg-Saint-Maurice serves as the gateway to the region and from there, you can easily find shuttles for the last leg of your trip. 

3 - Buses and Shuttles

If affordability is in your mind, buses and shuttles are a good choice to get to Val D’Isere. From Geneva, direct buses are available, connecting the city and its airport to Val-D'Isere with multiple daily departures during the peak season.

You can also travel from cities like Paris, Lucerne, Milan, and Torino can take you to gateway cities like Geneva and Grenoble, from where you can easily shuttle to Val D'Isere. This budget-friendly choice is ideal for those planning a ski trip without breaking the bank.

4 - Car

Rideshare services, like BlaBlaCar, offer another option for reaching Val D'Isere from surrounding cities. If cost is not a concern and you're comfortable driving in snowy conditions, renting a car provides flexibility in reaching your destination.

About Val-D'Isere

With over 300km of slopes, Val-D'Isere is a great destination for ski lovers. Located in the French Alps at the heart of the Espace Killy ski area, Val-D’Isere is renowned as one of Europe's premier ski destinations. It offers breathtaking slopes and make it an enticing choice for winter sports enthusiasts.

Airports and Train Stations near Val D'Isere

Airports:

• Chambéry Airport (Chambéry-Savoie Airport): Approximately 140 km (87 miles) from Val D'Isere.

• Grenoble Airport (Grenoble-Isère Airport): Approximately 220 km (137 miles) from Val D'Isere.

• Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport: Approximately 230 km (143 miles) from Val D'Isere.

• Geneva Airport: Approximately 220 km (137 miles) from Val D'Isere.

Train Stations

• Bourg-Saint-Maurice Train Station (Approximate Distance: 30 km).

• Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux Train Station (Approximate Distance: 120 km).

• Grenoble Train Station (Approximate Distance: 150 km).

• Annecy Train Station (Approximate Distance: 170 km).

Altitude of Val-D'Isere:

Val-D'Isere resort stands at an altitude of 1,850 meters (6,070 feet) above sea level, offering excellent snow conditions and a high-altitude skiing experience.