What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Tignes?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Tignes is to bus and train which costs €21 - €45 and takes 6h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Tignes?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Tignes is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Tignes?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva station to Tignes. However, there are services departing from Geneva - Bus Station and arriving at Le Lac - Gare Routière via Gare Routière, Albertville and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Geneva to Tignes?

The distance between Geneva and Tignes is 233 km. The road distance is 160.1 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Tignes without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Tignes without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €70 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Tignes?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Geneva to Tignes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Tignes bus from?

Geneva to Tignes bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Geneva - Bus Station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Tignes?

The best way to get from Geneva to Tignes is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs €70 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Geneva to Tignes bus arrive?

Geneva to Tignes bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Annecy - Bus Station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Tignes?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Tignes is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Geneva to Tignes.

Where can I stay near Tignes?

There are 7943+ hotels available in Tignes.

Geneva to Tignes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Tignes by train (TGV), bus, train, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Geneve to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Landrytrain Ter
4h 41m
€74–127
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Gare Routière to Gare Routièrebus Y51
3. Take the train from Albertville to Bourg St Mauricetrain Ter
4. Take the bus from Gare Routière to Le Lac - Gare Routièrebus S83
6h 58m
€22–44
Drive 160.1 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Tignescar 160.1 km
2h 33m
€28–40
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Tignes Le Lacshuttle
4h 54m
€58–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Gare Routière to Gare Routièrebus Y51
3. Take the bus from Albertville to Bourg St Mauricebus
4. Take the bus from Gare Routière to Le Lac - Gare Routièrebus S83
7h 11m
€26–40

Geneva to Tignes by bus and train

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 233 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Tignes, France?

You can take a train from Geneve to Tignes via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Landry in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, BensBus Airport Ski Transfers operates a shuttle from Genève Airport to Tignes Le Lac on demand. Tickets cost €50–65 and the journey takes 3h 56m.

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