If you’re looking for a cheap alternative to get to La Plagne that is almost always equivocal or quicker in terms of transit time, taking the train from Geneva to La Plagne or train from Lyon to La Plagne can be a good, economical and convenient option. Below are the Valley bus times from Aime to La Plagne. Note, these services can also be very useful for saving money by shopping in the La Plagne valley supermarkets.

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Bus times from Aime to La Plagne

Below are the bus timetables for the 2023/24 winter season to get from Aime up to the altitude resorts (and back). Note, if you’re going to Montchavin, Les Coches or Montalbert you should check the Rome2Rio website which has full details of times. You can also find times and buy tickets on the main La Plagne bus operator website. Also, if you’re staying in Champagny-en-Vanoise, you’ll need to get off the train at Moûtiers bus/train station and take the short bus or taxi ride from there.

Reasons to take the train to La Plagne

Depending on your time of arrival, you could skip the (often lengthy) delays at the airport waiting for other travellers to arrive for the connecting transfer bus. Better yet, you can work this route to your own schedule. If you’re planning this trip in advance, you might also benefit from checking our ‘Which is the best La Plagne village article‘ or get your bearings in the resort with the La Plagne 3D map video.

No matter the reason you’re checking this information, one factor comes into play in this equation – namely, the all-important bus connection when you reach Aime in the valley below La Plagne.

Bus and train to La Plagne

For most people, taking a combination of train and bus to La Plagne works out a good option. Geneva airport has a train station directly underneath (to the left as you exit the main terminal building) which will take you to Cornavin station. From there, it’s just a short train ride to Chambéry and onwards to Aime (this train also goes via Moûtiers and ends at Bourg St Maurice which gives access to all the other major Tarentaise ski resorts). It is worth noting though that, if you’re in a larger group, you may well find it cheaper to book a direct La Plagne transfer instead. You can see the general La Plagne transfer routes that apply to both. You can also check the average transfer times to La Plagne. You may also want to check local La Plagne traffic webcams and anticipated congestion on the roads to the resort.

Bus times from Moûtiers to Champagny

Remember, if you’re staying Champagny-en-Vanoise, you need to get off the train at Moûtiers then take the bus along the valley below Val Thorens, Méribel and Courchevel. Again, you’ll find the main bus times on the Cars Région website (times vary from weekdays to weekends and also through the season). The journey should take around 35 minutes, depending on traffic and weather conditions.