How To Get To Val d'Isere
The beautiful traditional chalets and world-class hotels of Val d’Isere attract international visitors throughout the seasons. The ski resort is made up of two main areas, La Dallie & Val d’Isere, both with a distinct atmosphere and a variety of vibrant après ski options to suit all tastes. Val d’Isere is perfectly positioned among spectacular slopes, with excellent ski lift connections to neighbouring Tignes and just 5km from the Italian border.
We provide reliable, comfortable shared transfers and private transfers for our customers, making getting to Val d’Isere as convenient as possible. Shared transfers operate from December to April, with fixed collection and drop-off points to get you as close to your accommodation as possible If your accommodation is more than a couple of minutes walk from one of our stops, you can choose opt for or private transfers service that operates all year round and our premium service upgrade will ensure you start your holiday in style.
Best ways of getting to Val D'Isere
The most convenient way to get to Val d’Isere is to fly to one of the closest airports. Geneva Airport is usually regarded as the best airport for Val d’Isere, as although it isn’t the closest it offers the most frequent and competitively priced international flights.
There are many different travel options to explore when planning how to get to Val d’Isere, ultimately the best choice will depend on where you are travelling from and your priorities for your trip. Most of our customers are keen to get to their accommodation as quickly as possible, with minimal hassle so they can just relax and take in the scenery.
Flights & Airport Transfers to Val D'Isere
Getting to Val d’Isere from Geneva Airport is easy with our shared transfers and private transfers. Val d’Isere’s nearest airport is 145km away at Chambery, Geneva Airport is also just 190km away or just over 3.5 hours by road. We now operate private ski transfers to Val d’Isere from Geneva Airport, Chambery Airport, Lyon Airport and Grenoble Airport.
Customers booking private transfers will be met in the arrivals area by one of our experienced drivers, and from there you’ll travel directly to your accommodation in comfort. Shared transfers operate via convenient fixed points across the area, including stops for those connecting to other ski resorts. We’ll also collect you from these points, making your return journey just as simple and cost-effective.
You can find out more about the stops available on our Val d’Isere destination page. We also provide door to door transfers This is the same service as the Fixed Point Line, but with an additional last mile minibus direct to your door.
OTHER TRANSPORT OPTIONS
Train to Val D'Isere
Travelling by train to Val d’Isere is another option if you want to avoid flying, just bear in mind that you might need to change trains or get connecting buses and this will involve moving all your luggage between methods of transport. Val d’Isere does not have a train station, however, Bourg St Maurice SNCF is 30km away or around an hour on a local bus.
Allow between 10 and 12 hours to get to Val d’Isere by train from London, depending on your date of travel and the time of day. The Eurostar Snow Train is a slightly faster option taking between 8 and 10 hours, this service operates between Friday and Sunday, and it also stops at Bourg St Maurice. You’ll need to change between Paris Gare du Nord and Gare de Lyon for the quickest route, the transfer takes around 40 minutes on the metro, or you can opt for a taxi if you have a lot of luggage.
Driving to Val D'Isere
Driving to Val d’Isere will take approximately 10.5 hours from Calais, or 12 hours from London (not including channel crossing time). It might be an option if you are keen to make the journey part of your holiday and stop overnight at points along the route. In terms of driving experience, the roads from Calais to Bourg St Maurice are relatively straightforward, becoming steeper and more challenging on the final 30km to Val d’Isere.
The mountain roads are cleared regularly in the winter, but it is still a legal requirement to have winter tyres fitted to your car and a set of snow chains in the boot (and it is important that you also know how to use them). Make sure you budget for parking, which can be quite expensive and is often difficult to find at the ski resort.
One of the important things to think about when considering driving to Val d’Isere is the fact that once you arrive at the ski resort there are plenty of free bus services to get you from place to place. In reality, unless you are planning to travel further afield during your stay, you probably wouldn’t need to use your car.
Coach or bus to Val D'Isere
An overnight coach trip is an option for travellers on a strict budget. During the winter there is a weekly coach service from London to Bourg St Maurice, where you can transfer onto a local bus for the final hour of the journey to Val d’Isere. Travelling by coach from London will take around 20 hours overnight, so you might want to factor in some time to rest, stretch, and recover once you arrive at your accommodation.
Local buses are also available to get you around the resort and the neighbouring ski areas, as well as an efficient network of ski lifts and gondolas, some even have heating and WiFi!
Book your airport transfer from Geneva to Val d'Isere
Start your holiday with a relaxing journey between the airport and your accommodation by booking shared transfers or private transfers with Alpine Fleet. Our experienced team will get you to your accommodation in comfort, while you relax and enjoy the views or start planning your adventures. For more information on the routes and options available, visit our Val d’Isere destination page or get in touch to make your booking today.
The post How To Get To Val d’Isere appeared first on Alpine Fleet.
