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Trains in Val d'Isere
Discover & book Val d'Isere train services
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There is no train station in Val d'Isère but this doesn't mean that you can't come here by train.
More than ever encouraged as the sustainable and eco-friendly travel option, getting to Val d'Isère by train is still worth the effort with short transfer times from its closest major transport hub, whether that be Grenoble, Lyon or Geneva.
You'll get more leg room and it's a great way to enjoy the passing scenery.
Tip!
You may be able to get money off your accommodation or transfer to the resort if you mention you're coming by train.
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If you can make travelling by train work for you, you'll be helping to reduce your impact of your trip on the environment.
Nearest train station to Val d'Isere
Bourg St Maurice, just down the valley, boasts an international train station with connections to London and Paris.
To get from Bourg Saint Maurice to the ski area, there are local buses that can take you to resort in around 45 minutes.
Journey time to Val d'Isere by train
These are rough journey times for a number of destinations.
| Journey | Duration | Changes | Equivalent driving time |
| London to Bourg St Maurice (via Lille) | 8 hours | 1 | 12 hours |
| Paris (Gare de Lyon) to Bourg St Maurice | 6 to 7 hours | 2 or 3 | 7 hours |
| Geneva to Bourg St Maurice | 4 hours | 1 or 2 | 2h30 |
| Lyon (Part-Dieu Gare Routière) to Bourg St Maurice | 4 to 4.5 hours | 1 | 2h30 |
London to Val d'Isère by train
There's no direct link between London and Val d'Isère by train.
The Eurostar ski train goes from London St Pancras to various stations in the Alps including Chambery, Moutiers and Bourg-Saint-Maurice.
Train prices to Val d'Isere
How much it costs depends a lot on when you travel. Peak weeks like Christmas, New Year, February half-term and Easter are obviously more expensive.
Our top tip is to try to book as early as possible.
Eurostar ski train tickets usually go out for sale in mid-July and that's when they're at their cheapest.
TGV train tickets from Paris to other French cities are normally available to buy 120 to 90 days before your travel time.
Getting from the train station to Val d'Isere
There are a few different options when trying to make your way from Bourg St Maurice train station to resort.
- local bus - takes around 45 minutes
- private transfer - direct
- Local taxi - transfer time of around 40 minutes
Local bus to Val d'Isère
Find the current bus timetables on our bus services page.
Booking train tickets to Val d'Isere
For more information on journey times or to book tickets online, visit these websites:
You can also book through the Trainline.
Top tip!
Book early! Journeys at Christmas, Easter and the French half term weeks get packed out quickly.
Luggage allowances on trains to Val d'Isere
If you're coming to Val d'Isère, you'll probably be carrying additional luggage like ski boots, helmets or backpacks.
Train lines tend to have more generous allowances than airlines, but there are some limits.
| Line | Large bags | Ski gear | Bikes |
| Eurostar to Paris | Up to 85cm long at its widest | 1 pair of skis or snowboard - counts as one of your 2 large bags | Only if boxed. Email travelservices@eurostar.com for more information |
| Eurostar to Lyon | Up to 85cm long at its widest | 1 pair of skis or snowboard - counts as one of your 2 large bags | Only if it fits into one of your 85cm pieces of luggage |
| French TER and TGV trains | No limit - must be able to carry all luggage yourself | Yes | Yes, if packaged in a bag measuring 120cm x 90cm or less |
| Swiss SBB trains | No limit - must be able to carry all luggage yourself | Yes | Free, if packaged and front wheel removed (you'll need to pay for a fully assembled bike to travel in the bike carriage) |
