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How to get from Grenoble Airport to Les Deux Alpes

Les Deux Alpes is the perfect place for winter sports enthusiasts. The ski resort is in the French Alps sitting at an altitude of 1650 metres, with ski lifts reaching 3600 meters. Les Deux Alpes is home to the largest skiable glacier in Europe, providing year-round access to snow sports, and it is the second oldest ski resort in France. The area offers a range of terrain that is perfect for all – from beginners to advanced skiers. And after a long day of shredding, you can hit the lively Après ski bars in town.

Les Deux Alpes is 109 kilometres from Grenoble airport. You can make the journey to the resort by taxi or bus. Taking an airport taxi is the fastest, most comfortable means of transport. The journey takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes by taxi, and it costs at least €210. You can also take a direct shared shuttle operated by Ben’s Bus. The shuttle bus trip takes at least 1 hour 45 minutes and costs a maximum of €37 per traveller.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS
OPTION PRICE DURATION AVAILABILITY
Taxi €210 90min 24/7
Bus €74 105min

How to get from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes by taxi

Making your airport transfer from Grenoble to Les Deux Alpes by taxi is the most convenient and comfortable transfer option as taxis are available 24/7 and allow you for some privacy. The trip from Grenoble airport to the city typically takes at least 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Taxi fare from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes

Grenoble airport taxi prices are based on a metered rate. The cost is determined by a base rate of €2.50 and the number of kilometres travelled (€1.86/km – day, €2.79/km – night). Surcharges for waiting or standing time, extra luggage or more than 4 passengers may also apply.

For a Grenoble airport transfer to Les Deux Alpes during the day, the fare is estimated to cost around €210, but as this isn’t a set fare, you can also book your ride in advance for a competitive flat rate and no hidden charges with Welcome Pickups to better budget for your trip.

Cost

€210

Trip Duration

1 HR 30 MIN

*Fares may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience
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Taxis from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes are available 24/7.

Where do I get a taxi from?

After landing at Grenoble airport and gathering your luggage, you can find the airport taxi stand just outside of the arrivals area in front of the terminal building.

Convenience

Taking a taxi is the fastest, most comfortable way to reach your destination as you will conveniently be picked up from the airport and dropped off right outside your accommodation. You won’t have to waste any time waiting for the bus or looking for your accommodation once you reach Les Deux Alpes. And you won’t have to do any extra work hauling your luggage and equipment around.

Editor’s Note

If you want to pay by credit card, you will need to either book your taxi transfer in advance or double-check with your driver if it’s possible before starting the journey. Some drivers do not accept payment by card.

Useful Tips

If you are headed to the slopes with skis or snowboards, you may want to book a vehicle that can accommodate your gear in advance.
Tipping is not obligatory, but often passengers will round the fare up to the nearest euro. For a private driver, people tend to tip 5 to 10%.

How to get from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes by Bus

Ben’s Bus offers shared shuttle airport transfers from Grenoble to Les Deux Alpes during the winter ski season. The shuttle bus trip takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes, depending on road conditions and traffic. The bus schedule corresponds with Grenoble airport’s flight departures and arrivals.

How much is fare for the bus from the Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes?

The cost of ticket fare depends on the day of the week you are travelling, passenger ages, and the number of people in your group; a 10% discount is given to kids under the age of 12 and group discounts are offered. Also, if you plan to take the bus on your return trip to the airport, you can purchase return tickets for a better overall price. The most you will pay for a one-way adult ticket is €37. One suitcase, skis/a snowboard, and a small hand luggage item per person are allowed. If you don’t book until the day before or the day of your transfer, you may also have to pay a late booking fee of €12. Transfers can be booked via Ben’s Bus website.

Cost

€37

Trip Duration

1 HR 45 MIN

There is a wait time of up to an hour for the shuttle.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Ben’s Bus shuttle schedules vary as the depature and arrival times correspond with flight arrivals and departures.

Where can I find the bus?

The Ben’s Bus airport shuttle picks up passengers at the designated pick-up/drop-off area just outside of the arrivals hall.

Convenience

The airport shuttle bus is a fairly convenient mode of transportation. It takes a direct route to the Les Deux Alpes, but you may have to wait up to an hour to depart. Once you arrive at the resort, you may also have to do some extra walking or take another form of transport to reach your accommodation.

Editor’s Note

Another option is to take one of the local buses to reach Les Deux Alpes. However, it’s not a direct route, meaning you will first have to travel 2.6 kilometres, from the airport to the Saint-Etienne De Saint Geoirs parking station. There, you can take the X08 or T50 to go to Grenoble, Gare Routiere, where you’ll then change to T73 to reach Les Deux Alpes.

Useful Tips

You should arrive at the bus pick-up location (outside of the arrivals hall) at least 15 minutes before the bus’s scheduled departure.
If you are booking outside of the EU or the UK using a credit card, you will be charged a 1.5% booking fee.
During the winter, the drive may go slower due to road conditions. You may want to allocate some extra time for the journey just in case.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the transfer from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes?

The transfer by taxi to Les Deux Alpes takes at least 1 hour and 30 minutes. By shuttle bus, it takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, however, winter weather road conditions and traffic may slow you down a bit, and the transfer time can increase to over 2 hours.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes?

If you take a taxi from the airport taxi stand, the fare is based on a metered rate, with trips at night costing more. A transfer from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes during the day is estimated to cost at least €210. You may want to consider pre-booking your ride with Welcome Pickups for a flat competitive rate with no hidden fees for your peace of mind and to better budget for your trip.

Is there a direct bus from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes?

During the winter season, Ben’s Bus offers a direct bus service from Grenoble airport to Les Deux Alpes. The transfer takes 1 hour 45 minutes in good road conditions, but you may have to wait up to an hour at the airport for the shuttle bus to depart. A single one-way ticket for the bus costs at most €37 per traveller.

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