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How to Get to Les Menuires
Every year, thousands of travellers head to Les Menuires, one of the most renowned ski resorts in the French Alps. With its snow-covered slopes, spectacular views and friendly atmosphere, this destination attracts skiers, snowboarders and mountain lovers alike.
Located in the Belleville valley, in Savoie, the resort is easily accessible thanks to several modes of transport. Here's an overview of the main options:
- 🚆 By train: around 500 travellers arrive by rail each day. Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-les-Bains station is the nearest, with regular connections from Paris, Lyon, Chambéry and Grenoble. Altibus shuttles then take you up to the resort (around 45 min).
- 🚌 By bus: around 300 travellers take the regional bus lines each day, notably those operated by BlaBlaCar Bus and Altibus, departing from cities such as Chambéry, Lyon or Geneva.
- 🤝 By carpooling: a flexible and affordable solution, carpooling via BlaBlaCar lets you share costs and travel in a more sociable way.
Besides its slopes, Les Menuires charms visitors with natural sites such as Lac du Lou, an alpine gem surrounded by mountains, or Roc des 3 Marches, offering a breathtaking view over the valley and surrounding peaks.
What Modes of Transport for Getting to Les Menuires
- Bus: BlaBlaCar Bus and Eurolines companies from several cities in France and Europe. Affordable tickets and scenic routes.
- Train: Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-les-Bains station 27 km away, with a bus or taxi connection. Direct SNCF connections from Paris, Lyon, Marseille.
- Carpooling: via BlaBlaCar, an affordable and eco-friendly option.
- Plane: Chambéry airport 100 km away, then bus or taxi to the resort.
| Mode of transport | Company | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | BlaBlaCar Bus | Affordable |
| Bus | Eurolines | Affordable |
| Train | SNCF | Variable |
| Carpooling | BlaBlaCar | Variable |
| Plane | — | Variable |
Stations for Reaching Les Menuires
- Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-les-Bains Station — Rue de la Gare, 73600 Moûtiers — 🚂 SNCF — 40 to 50 trains/day.
- Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux Station — Place de la Gare, 73000 Chambéry — 🚂 SNCF — 20 to 30 trains/day.
- Lyon-Part-Dieu Station — 5 Place Charles Béraudier, 69428 Lyon — 🚂 SNCF.
- Paris-Gare de Lyon Station — 20 Boulevard Diderot, 75012 Paris — 🚂 SNCF.
- Geneva-Cornavin Station — Place de Cornavin, 1201 Geneva — 🚂 SNCF.
| Station | Address | Company | Daily trains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-les-Bains | Rue de la Gare, 73600 Moûtiers | 🚂 SNCF | 40-50 |
| Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux | Place de la Gare, 73000 Chambéry | 🚂 SNCF | 20-30 |
| Lyon-Part-Dieu | 5 Place Charles Béraudier, 69428 Lyon | 🚂 SNCF | Varies |
| Paris-Gare de Lyon | 20 Boulevard Diderot, 75012 Paris | 🚂 SNCF | Varies |
| Geneva-Cornavin | Place de Cornavin, 1201 Geneva | 🚂 SNCF | Varies |
Airports Near Les Menuires
- Chambéry-Savoie Airport (CMF) — 100 km from Les Menuires — Altibus shuttles (10/day) — Route de l'Aéroport, 73420 Voglans, France.
- Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) — 180 km — Direct shuttles (3h) — BP 113, 69125 Lyon Saint-Exupéry Aéroport, France.
- Geneva Airport (GVA) — 150 km — Regular shuttles (3 to 4h) — Route de l'Aéroport 21, 1215 Le Grand-Saconnex, Switzerland.
| Airport | Address | Shuttles/day | Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chambéry-Savoie (CMF) | Route de l'Aéroport, 73420 Voglans | 10 | Altibus |
| Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) | BP 113, 69125 Lyon Saint-Exupéry | Varies | Altibus |
| Geneva (GVA) | Route de l'Aéroport 21, 1215 Le Grand-Saconnex | Varies | Various companies |
Popular Routes to Les Menuires
🚆 By train
- Paris - Les Menuires — Connection at Moûtiers — approx. €100.
- Lyon - Les Menuires — Connection at Moûtiers — approx. €70.
- Grenoble - Les Menuires — Connection at Moûtiers — approx. €60.
🚌 By bus
- Geneva - Les Menuires — approx. €40.
- Chambéry - Les Menuires — approx. €30.
- Annecy - Les Menuires — connection at Albertville — approx. €35.
🚗 By carpooling
- Nice - Les Menuires — approx. €50.
- Marseille - Les Menuires — approx. €60.
- Toulouse - Les Menuires — approx. €70.
| Transport | Route | Connection | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🚆 | Paris - Les Menuires | Moûtiers | €100 |
| 🚆 | Lyon - Les Menuires | Moûtiers | €70 |
| 🚆 | Grenoble - Les Menuires | Moûtiers | €60 |
| 🚌 | Geneva - Les Menuires | — | €40 |
| 🚌 | Chambéry - Les Menuires | — | €30 |
| 🚌 | Annecy - Les Menuires | Albertville | €35 |
| 🚗 | Nice - Les Menuires | — | €50 |
| 🚗 | Marseille - Les Menuires | — | €60 |
| 🚗 | Toulouse - Les Menuires | — | €70 |
The history of Les Menuires
Located in the heart of the Northern Alps, in the Savoie department (73) and the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, the Les Menuires ski resort sits at 1,850 meters altitude and is connected to the vast Les 3 Vallées ski area. Easily accessible from many major cities, it offers several transport options for a comfortable and eco-friendly journey.
Here are the main ways to reach Les Menuires:
- 🚆 By train: The nearest station is Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-les-Bains, 27 km away. From Paris, Lyon, Chambéry or Grenoble, TGV and TER trains serve Moûtiers. Regular shuttles (Altibus) then connect to the resort in about 45 minutes.
- 🚌 By bus or shuttle: Coaches connect Moûtiers, Chambéry, Lyon or Geneva directly to the resort. Tictactrip partners: Flixbus, BlaBlaBus, Altibus. On site, free shuttles let you get around between the different quarters.
- 🤝 By carpooling: Trips to Moûtiers or directly to Les Menuires are available on BlaBlaCar, for a friendly and economical journey. Booking possible via Tictactrip.
- 🚗 By car: Access via the A43 or A41 to Moûtiers, then 27 km on the D117 (mountain road) towards Val Thorens, via Saint-Jean-de-Belleville. Snow equipment mandatory from November 1 to March 31. Free or covered parking on site.
- ✈ By plane: Nearby airports: Chambéry, Grenoble, Lyon-Saint-Exupéry, Geneva. From the airport, you can reach Moûtiers by bus, train or carpooling, then take a shuttle to Les Menuires.
Tip: During school holidays or on weekends, plan your arrival in Moûtiers in advance, as the access road can get very busy. For a more eco-friendly trip, favor train + bus combinations or carpooling.
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