What is the cheapest way to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches?

The cheapest way to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches is to bus which costs €35 - €50 and takes 8h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches?

The fastest way to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Val-d'Isère and Couches?

No, there is no direct bus from Val-d'Isère to Couches. However, there are services departing from Val D Isere - Gare-Routiere and arriving at République via Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Val-d'Isère to Couches?

The distance between Val-d'Isère and Couches is 367 km. The road distance is 342.7 km.

How do I travel from Val-d'Isère to Couches without a car?

The best way to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches without a car is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs €95 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Val-d'Isère to Couches bus from?

Val-d'Isère to Couches bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Bourg-Saint-Maurice station.

Train or bus from Val-d'Isère to Couches?

The best way to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches is to train which takes 7h 39m and costs €95 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Val-d'Isère to Couches bus arrive?

Val-d'Isère to Couches bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Chalon-sur-Saône - Train Station.

Can I drive from Val-d'Isère to Couches?

Yes, the driving distance between Val-d'Isère to Couches is 343 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Val-d'Isère to Couches.

Where can I stay near Couches?

There are 678+ hotels available in Couches.

Val-d'Isère to Couches - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Val-d'Isère to Couches by train (TGV, Eurostar), bus, or car

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 Bourg St Maurice to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Macon Loche TgvTgv
3. Take the train from Macon Loche Tgv to Le Creusot Montceau MontchaninTgv
7h 39m
€98–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chalon-sur-Saône - Train StationBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 23m
€35–49
Drive 342.7 km
1. Drive from Val-d'Isère to Couches342.7 km
4h 59m
€54–77
Bus via Chambéry
1. Take the bus from Val d'Isère to ChambérySki73
2. Take the bus from Chambéry to Chalon-sur-SaôneN1709
9h 3m
€37–50
Train via Lyon
1. Take the train from Bourg St Maurice to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Lyon Part DieuTer
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Chalon Sur SaoneTer
9h 54m
€64–234

Val-d'Isère to Couches by bus

2Weekly Buses

8h 23mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 366.7 km
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Val-d'Isère, France and Couches, France?

You can take a bus from Val D Isere - Gare-Routiere to Couches via Bourg St Maurice - Gare-Routiere, Bourg St Maurice, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Macon Loche Tgv, and Le Creusot Montceau Montchanin in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Bourg-Saint-Maurice to Chalon-sur-Saône - Train Station twice a week. Tickets cost €28–40 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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