What is the cheapest way to get from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez?

The cheapest way to get from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez?

The fastest way to get from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Val-d'Isère and L'Alpe d'Huez?

No, there is no direct bus from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez. However, there are services departing from Val d'Isère and arriving at Paganon via Chambéry and Gare Routiere. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez?

The distance between Val-d'Isère and L'Alpe d'Huez is 238 km. The road distance is 173.6 km.

How do I travel from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez without a car?

The best way to get from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 46m and costs €50 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez?

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez bus from?

Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Val d'Isère station.

Where does the Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez bus arrive?

Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Chambéry station.

Can I drive from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez?

Yes, the driving distance between Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez.

Where can I stay near L'Alpe d'Huez?

There are 3548+ hotels available in L'Alpe d'Huez.

Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bourg St Maurice to Grenoble7894
2. Take the bus from Gare Routiere to PaganonTaah
6h 46m
€50–61
Drive 173.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Val-d'Isère to L'Alpe d'Huez173.6 km
2h 39m
€27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Val d'Isère to Chambéry
2. Take the bus from Chambéry to Grenoble739
3. Take the bus from Gare Routiere to Paganon
6h 46m
€33–49
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Val d’Isere to Grenoble-Isère Airport
2. Take a shuttle bus from Grenoble-Isère Airport to L'Alpe d'Huez
6h 15m
€83–128

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 237.7 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Val-d'Isère, France and L'Alpe d'Huez, France?

You can take a bus from Val d'Isère to Paganon via Chambéry and Gare Routiere in around 6h 46m.

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