Airport Transfers to Verbier
This page will tell you all you need to know about airport transfers to Verbier, one of the most popular ski resorts in Switzerland. Located in the Swiss Alps, it is famed for its fantastic off-piste runs. We have listed the airports in order of time and distance from the resort, with the nearest at the top. This should give you the best idea of the airport transfer you need. We have also taken a look at alternative transport methods to and from the resort. Public transport options are given towards the end of the page.
Some Facts about Verbier
Verbier is a very popular ski resort in the Swiss Alps. It is famed for its very challenging off-piste runs and is home to many of the world?s top professional skiers. The maximum altitude is over 3,300m. It is part of the ?Four Valley?s? ski area that has recently been extended. There are over 400km of groomed slopes available, catering for all levels of experience. The town of Verbier has many hotels and guest houses, and is home to a number of noted restaurants and bars that cater for winter sports fans.
From which airport can I reach Verbier?
The closest airports to Verbier are Sion and Geneva, from which transfer times are around one to two hours. Turin, Basel and Zurich are also options for Verbier but transfer time can be well over two hours during peak travel time. Transfer from Turin might attract higher charges as the transfer route goes through the Mont Blanc Tunnel. We recommend the use of airport transfers as they offer a direct and guaranteed journey. They are also cost effective and are available from all airports. You may also wish to consider hiring a car, which can also be done at all listed airports.
Is there public transport to Verbier?
There are public transport options to get to Verbier, but you should bear in mind the lack of a direct rail connection. This means that many changes may be necessary. Journey times will be longer than normal. Airport transfers offer a much more viable connection. If you do want to take the public transport option the following are ways to get to Verbier.
- By train from Geneva airport, take the Simplon line to Martigny. Then take the Martigny-LeChâble line. Le Châble is connected to Verbier by cable car or a short bus/taxi ride.
- Trains from Berne, Basel, and Zurich are also options but you will have to change in
- Lausanne and take the Simplon line from there.
- Scheduled and shuttle bus services operate from Geneva airport.
- Sion airport operates an airport bus to Verbier.
Visit our transfer request page should you want to submit an airport transfer to Verbier.
Advice on Transportation to Verbier
While many people do use the above public transport links they are time consuming. You are much better off booking an airport transfer from the airport where you land. You will benefit from a shorter journey time and a direct route. You also get the added bonus of travelling in comfort, and of a guaranteed journey that is pre-booked. Airport transfers are also the most cost-effective method of getting to Verbier.
