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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Val-d'Isère is to bus which costs €40 - €120 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Val-d'Isère is to drive which takes 5h 35m and costs €70 - €110.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Val-d'Isère. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Val d'Isère via Chambéry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

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

The distance between Zurich and Val-d'Isère is 501 km. The road distance is 411.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Val-d'Isère without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 14m and costs €75 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Zurich to Val-d'Isère, including transfers.

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

Zurich to Val-d'Isère bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Val-d'Isère is to train which takes 10h 6m and costs €100 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €120 and takes 10h.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Val-d'Isère is 412 km. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Zurich to Val-d'Isère.

How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich to Val-d'Isère?

Book your Zurich to Val-d'Isère bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Val-d'Isère?

There are 6011+ hotels available in Val-d'Isère.

Zurich to Val-d'Isère - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Zurich to Val-d'Isère by train, bus, train (TGV), car, plane, 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 Zürich HB to GenèveIc1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Chambéry739
3. Take the bus from Chambéry to Val d'Isère
9h 14m
€78–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to ChambéryFlixBus N1156
2. Take the bus from Chambéry to Val d'IsèreSki73
10h
€44–111
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to GenèveIc1 / ...
2. Take the train from Geneve to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Bourg St MauriceTer
10h 6m
€106–166
Drive 411.9 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Val-d'Isère411.9 km
5h 35m
€72–103
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)ZRH - GVA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Val d’Isere
6h 58m
€142–333
Train, shuttle
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genève-AéroportIc1 / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Val d’Isere
7h 48m
€106–173

Zurich to Val-d'Isère by train, foot, and bus

3Weekly Services

9h 14mAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 501 km
Duration: 9h 14m

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

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Val D Isere - Gare-Routiere via Geneve, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Bourg St Maurice, and Bourg St Maurice - Gare-Routiere in around 10h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Val d'Isère via Chambéry in around 10h.

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