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

The cheapest way to get from Zermatt to Tignes is to train and bus which costs €100 - €280 and takes 10h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zermatt to Tignes is to train and shuttle which takes 8h 35m and costs €140 - €330.

How far is it from Zermatt to Tignes?

The distance between Zermatt and Tignes is 459 km.

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

The best way to get from Zermatt to Tignes without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 28m and costs €100 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 10h 28m to get from Zermatt to Tignes, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Tignes?

There are 5124+ hotels available in Tignes.

Zermatt to Tignes - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and shuttle

There are 2 ways to get from Zermatt to Tignes by train, bus, 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 Visp to Genèvetrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chambéry - Bus Station to Tignes - Val Claretbus
10h 28m
€105–274
Train, shuttle
1. Take the train from Visp to Genève-Aéroporttrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Tignes Le Lacshuttle
8h 35m
€142–322

Zermatt to Tignes by train, foot, and bus

2Weekly Services

10h 28mAverage Duration

€105Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Zermatt to Tignes.

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Distance: 459.1 km
Duration: 10h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Zermatt to Tignes. However, you can take the train to Visp, take the train to Genève, walk to Geneva - Bus Station, take the bus to Chambéry - Bus Station, then take the bus to Tignes - Val Claret. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zermatt to Tignes Le Lac via Visp, Genève-Aéroport, and Genève Airport in around 8h 35m.

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