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

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Val Thorens is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nice to Val Thorens is to drive which takes 5h 53m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Val Thorens?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Val Thorens. However, there are services departing from Nice-Ville and arriving at Modane via Ventimiglia, Savona, Torino Lingotto and Torino Porta Susa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Nice to Val Thorens?

The distance between Nice and Val Thorens is 435 km. The road distance is 293.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nice to Val Thorens without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 8h 31m and costs €120 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 31m to get from Nice to Val Thorens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Val Thorens train from?

Nice to Val Thorens train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Where does the Nice to Val Thorens train arrive?

Nice to Val Thorens train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Savona station.

Can I drive from Nice to Val Thorens?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Val Thorens is 294 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Nice to Val Thorens.

Where can I stay near Val Thorens?

There are 7767+ hotels available in Val Thorens.

Nice to Val Thorens - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Nice to Val Thorens by bus, taxi, train (Trenitalia, TGV), car, plane, shuttle, or train

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Nice to Turinbus
2. Take the bus from Turin to Saint-Jean-de-Mauriennebus 726
3. Take the taxi from Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne to Val Thorenstaxi
8h 31m
€127–173
Drive 293.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nice to Val Thorenscar 293.9 km
5h 53m
€46–66
Train via Savona
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Savonatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Savona to Torino Lingottotrain
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Modanetrain Tgv
8h 46m
€102–181
Fly to Geneva International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane NCE - GVA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Val Thorens Arollesshuttle
7h 38m
€92–204
Train
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Torino Lingottotrain 3137 / ...
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Modanetrain Tgv
9h 43m
€107–174
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Moutiers Salins Brides L Bainstrain Ter
13h 52m
€58–120
Fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane NCE - LYS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Lyon Airport to Val Thorens Arollesshuttle
6h 53m
€132–299

Nice to Val Thorens by tram, bus, and train

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13h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 435 km
Duration: 8h 31m

What companies run services between Nice, France and Val Thorens, France?

You can take a train from Nice-Ville to Val Thorens via Ventimiglia, Savona, Torino Lingotto, Torino Porta Susa, and Modane in around 8h 46m.

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