What is the cheapest way to get from Zermatt to Val Thorens?

The cheapest way to get from Zermatt to Val Thorens is to train and bus which costs €80 - €180 and takes 10h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zermatt to Val Thorens?

The fastest way to get from Zermatt to Val Thorens is to train and shuttle which takes 8h 1m and costs €110 - €190.

How far is it from Zermatt to Val Thorens?

The distance between Zermatt and Val Thorens is 388 km.

How do I travel from Zermatt to Val Thorens without a car?

The best way to get from Zermatt to Val Thorens without a car is to train and shuttle which takes 8h 1m and costs €110 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Zermatt to Val Thorens?

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Zermatt to Val Thorens, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Val Thorens?

There are 8941+ hotels available in Val Thorens.

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

There are 2 ways to get from Zermatt to Val Thorens by train, shuttle, or bus

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

Train, shuttle
best
1. Take the train from Visp to Genève-AéroportIr90 / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
8h 1m
€112–186
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Visp to Genève-AéroportIr
2. Take the bus from GENEVE SUISSE Aeroport to ANNECY Gare Routiere272
3. Take the bus from ANNECY Gare Routiere to ALBERTVILLE Gare RoutiereY51
4. Take the bus from Albertville to Val Thorens
10h 40m
€83–171

Zermatt to Val Thorens by train and bus

3Weekly Services

10h 40mAverage Duration

€83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 388 km
Duration: 8h 1m

What companies run services between Zermatt, Switzerland and Val Thorens, France?

There is no direct connection from Zermatt to Val Thorens. However, you can take the train to Visp, take the train to Genève-Aéroport, walk to Genève Airport, then take the shuttle to Val Thorens Arolles. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zermatt, Bahnhof to Val Thorens via Visp, Genève-Aéroport, GENEVE SUISSE Aeroport, ANNECY Gare Routiere, ALBERTVILLE Gare Routiere, and Albertville in around 10h 40m.

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