Your Geneva to Tignes transfer at a glance
The private transfer from Geneva to Tignes covers about 180 km in 2 h 40 from Geneva International Airport (GVA). A professional chauffeur collects you at the airport, Cornavin station, your hotel or your home, and drives you straight to your destination in a Mercedes, at a price fixed before departure.
For a resort transfer, our winter vehicles run on snow tyres with chains on board, and your chauffeur drops you at the door of your chalet or hotel.
Route and journey time
Usual route: A41 and A43, Tarentaise valley to Bourg-Saint-Maurice, then the Tignes dam.
Specify the village (Tignes le Lac, Val Claret, Le Lavachet, Les Boisses or Les Brévières), as they are several kilometres apart.
This route crosses the border between Switzerland and France. Every passenger needs a valid ID, and non-Schengen travellers should check their visa. The crossing is usually seamless, but customs checks remain possible.
Where can we drop you in Tignes?
We serve every address in Tignes and the surrounding area, including:
- Grande Motte glacier
- Lake Tignes
- Val Claret
- Espace Killy
Geneva to Tignes: train, bus or private chauffeur?
No direct train runs from Geneva Airport to Tignes. Buses and shared shuttles serve the resort, but on fixed schedules with several stops. A private chauffeur leaves when you land, loads the skis and drops you at your chalet door: for a family or a group, the price per person is often close to a shared shuttle.
| Train or bus | Shared shuttle | Private chauffeur | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door to door | No | Several stops | Yes |
| Connections | At least one | None | None |
| Luggage and skis | Limited | Space permitting | Included |
| Schedule | Fixed | Fixed | Yours |
| Price | Per person | Per person | Fixed per vehicle |
Which vehicle to Tignes?
Mercedes-Benz E-Class4 passengers · 3 bags
Mercedes-Benz S-Class3 passengers · 3 bags
Mercedes-Benz V-Class Recommended7 passengers · 7 bags
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter VIP8 to 19 passengers · 20 bagsHow your journey works
- BookingYou receive a fixed price, then a confirmation with your chauffeur's name.
- Airport welcomeYour chauffeur tracks your flight and waits in the arrivals hall with a name board.
- Ski loadingSkis, boots and suitcases go in the boot or the ski carrier.
- Arrival in TignesDrop-off at the door of your hotel, chalet or office.
Geneva to Tignes: frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Geneva to Tignes?
Allow about 2 h 40 for 180 km from Geneva Airport, excluding heavy traffic and winter conditions. Specify the village (Tignes le Lac, Val Claret, Le Lavachet, Les Boisses or Les Brévières), as they are several kilometres apart.
How much is a taxi from Geneva to Tignes?
The price depends on the vehicle and the exact address. It is fixed when you book and includes tolls, fuel, waiting for delayed flights and luggage, with no night or weekend surcharge.
Which vehicle should I choose?
For this route we recommend the Mercedes-Benz V-Class: families, groups, ski resorts. For more than seven passengers, the Sprinter VIP seats up to 19.
Do you also drive from Tignes to Geneva?
Yes, we drive back from Tignes to Geneva Airport or any address in western Switzerland. Book both legs together to lock in both times.