There are 11 ways to get from Prague to Val Thorens by plane, shuttle, train, bus, night train or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly to Geneva, shuttle • 8h 7m
Cheapest option
Fly to Turin, train • 9h 9m
9 alternative options
Fly to Lyon, shuttle • 8h 32m
Fly to Milan Malpensa, train • 10h 39m
Fly to Zurich, train, shuttle • 11h 16m
Bus, train • 17h 46m
Bus • 20h 6m
Train • 20h 9m
Train, bus, shuttle • 19h 33m
Night train, train, shuttle • 21h 44m
Drive • 10h 35m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Prague to Val Thorens is to bus which costs 3 000 Kč - 4 500 Kč and takes 20h 6m.
The fastest way to get from Prague to Val Thorens is to fly and shuttle which takes 8h 7m and costs 2 900 Kč - 7 500 Kč.
The distance between Prague and Val Thorens is 909 km. The road distance is 1109.3 km.
The best way to get from Prague to Val Thorens without a car is to train and bus and shuttle which takes 19h 33m and costs 3 000 Kč - 4 600 Kč.
It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Prague to Val Thorens, including transfers.
The best way to get from Prague to Val Thorens is to bus which takes 20h 6m and costs 3 000 Kč - 4 500 Kč. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 6 000 Kč - 10 000 Kč and takes 20h 9m.
Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Val Thorens is 1109 km. It takes approximately 10h 35m to drive from Prague to Val Thorens.
There are 5066+ hotels available in Val Thorens. Prices start at €113 per night.
- Distance: 908.7 km
- Duration: 8h 7m
What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Val Thorens, France?
You can take a bus from Prague to Val Thorens via Annecy, Chambéry, Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux, and Saint-Michel-Valloire in around 20h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Prague to Val Thorens via Dresden Hbf, Dresden Hauptbahnhof, Erfurt Hbf, Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Lyon Part Dieu, Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux, and Saint-Michel-Valloire in around 20h 9m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Prague to Geneva via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €410
Flights from Prague to Geneva via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 18m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €130 - €400
Flights from Prague to Lyon via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €390
Flights from Prague to Lyon via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 48m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €390
Flights from Prague to Turin via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €130 - €400
Flights from Prague to Turin via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 22m
- When
- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €140 - €410
Flights from Prague to Milan Malpensa via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 12m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €470
Flights from Prague to Milan Malpensa via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €430
Flights from Prague to Zurich via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 47m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €170 - €600
Flights from Prague to Zurich via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €170 - €600
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Prague to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 40m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €390
Flights from Prague to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €60 - €360
Flights from Prague to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €210
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Prague to Geneva via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €130 - €370
Flights from Prague to Milan Malpensa via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 41m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €130 - €450
Flights from Prague to Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 22m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €140 - €490
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Prague to Lyon via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €230 - €550
Flights from Prague to Milan Malpensa via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €430
Flights from Prague to Zurich via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €170 - €550
- Website
- eurowings.com
Flights from Prague to Geneva
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €360
- Website
- volotea.com
Flights from Prague to Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 45m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €190
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Prague to Turin
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Monday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €200
- Website
- flyulendo.com
Flights from Prague to Milan Malpensa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €19 - €130
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Torino Porta Susa to Modane
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 24m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €24 - €55
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €24 - €35
- 1st Class
- €40 - €55
Train from Milano P.Garibaldi to Modane
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €85
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €60
- 1st Class
- €60 - €85
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €25 - €55
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €25 - €35
- 1st Class
- €40 - €55
Train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to St Michel Valloire
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €12 - €18
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €12 - €16
- 1st Class
- €13 - €18
Trenord operates regional and suburban lines throughout Italy’s Lombardy region, including the Malapensa Express from Milan’s Malapensa Airport and local lines around Lake Como and the Italian Lakes. Trenord train tickets can be purchased from machines at any train station and don’t need to be booked in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 02 7249 4494
- my-link@trenord.it
- Website
- trenord.it
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto Terminal 1 to Milano Porta Garibaldi
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €4 - €6
- Website
- https://www.trenord.it/en/
- Phone
- 02 72 49 49 49
- Website
- malpensaexpress.it
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto Terminal 1 to Milano Porta Garibaldi
- Ave. Duration
- 42 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €13
- Website
- https://www.malpensaexpress.it/en/
- 2nd Class
- €13
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Zürich Flughafen to Genève-Aéroport
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 8m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €85 - €160
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich Hb to Genève-Aéroport
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €80 - €150
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Nuernberg Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €45 - €50
- Website
- https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €100 - €120
- Website
- https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Erfurt Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 6m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €46 - €52
- Website
- https://www.bahn.com/en
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 18m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €49 - €55
- Website
- https://www.bahn.com/en
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- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Nuernberg Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 17m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- http://fahrplan.oebb.at/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- http://fahrplan.oebb.at/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Train from Erfurt Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- http://fahrplan.oebb.at/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €25 - €40
- Website
- http://fahrplan.oebb.at/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 26m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux to Saint-Michel-Valloire
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 11m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2Rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 26m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €18 - €40
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €18 - €26
- Rail 1st Class
- €27 - €40
Train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to St Michel Valloire
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €30
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €14 - €20
- Rail 1st Class
- €21 - €30
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 21m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €8 - €16
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €14 - €16
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €8 - €10
- Website
- https://www.mavcsoport.hu/en
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 19m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- https://www.oebb.at/en/
- Phone
- +420 221 111 122
- info@cd.cz
- Website
- cd.cz
Train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 19m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €12 - €27
- Website
- https://www.cd.cz/en/default.htm
- 2nd Class
- €12 - €19
- Business
- €17 - €18
- 1st Class
- €17 - €27
Train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Plzen Hlavni Nadrazi
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €6 - €14
- Website
- https://www.cd.cz/en/default.htm
- 2nd Class
- €6 - €10
- Business
- €9 - €10
- 1st Class
- €9 - €14
Night train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 38m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €70 - €160
- Website
- https://www.cd.cz/en/default.htm
- 2nd Class
- €70 - €110
- Business
- €100 - €102
- 1st Class
- €100 - €160
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Night train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Zuerich Hb
- Ave. Duration
- 14h 37m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €190 - €270
- Website
- https://www.oebb.at/en/
- info@nofussbus.co.uk
- Website
- bensbus.co.uk
Shuttle from Genève Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- €50 - €65
- Website
- https://www.bensbus.co.uk/
Shuttle from Lyon Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- €55 - €75
- Website
- https://www.bensbus.co.uk/
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Prague to Nuremberg central bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €23 - €35
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Annecy
- Ave. Duration
- 14h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €75 - €110
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Annecy to Chambéry
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €6 - €9
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Annecy to Chambéry
- Ave. Duration
- 35 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €9 - €13
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Chambéry-Challes-les-Eaux to Saint-Michel-Valloire
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 52m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €16 - €23
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- Phone
- +420 222 222 221
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Pilsen Central Bus Station to Geneva Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- https://regiojet.com/
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