Access & Transport

in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

Nestling in the heart of the Alps, the resort of Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise has an authentic, unspoilt atmosphere. Although getting here requires a bit of planning, there are a number of transport options for getting to the resort with complete peace of mind. Whether you’re coming by car, train or plane, find out about the various options to help you prepare for your arrival and make the most of your stay in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise.

Access
  • By car

    Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is located in the Haute Tarentaise region of Savoie.

    Distances:
    – Bourg-Saint-Maurice: 18km – 30min
    – Albertville: 70km -1h10
    – Chambéry: 116km – 1h30
    – Lyon: 220km – 2h30
    – Grenoble: 208km – 2h30
    – Geneva: 201km – 2h25

    Sainte-Foy Station is ideally located at the crossroads of the most beautiful ski resorts in the Alps:
    – Tignes: 25min
    – Val d’Isère: 30min
    – La Rosière: 30min
    – Les Arcs Paradiski: 15min

    Think about carpooling!

    Our tips for staying calm :
    • Special equipment required:

    Snow chains are compulsory on at least two driven wheels on snow-covered roads when there is a “special equipment compulsory” sign. There are chaining areas on the road where you can chain up safely. Snow socks” are also an alternative, but under no circumstances can they replace traditional chains in extreme conditions.

    • Road information :

    -During periods of heavy traffic, you may come across traffic lights at the entrance to the Tarentaise valley. Read this document to find out what they are used for.
    – Live traffic updates: https: //savoie-route.fr/

  • By train

    The nearest train station is Bourg-Saint-Maurice (30 minutes by car).

    Bus transfers are also available to Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise:

    • In winter :

    – Lines S82/S83 (direction Tignes/Val d’Isère) can drop you off at Sainte-Foy Chef-Lieu or the hamlet of La Thuile.
    You can also take the free Sainte-Foy shuttle bus to the resort. Click here for timetables.

    Line S81 (direction Sainte-Foy Station) can drop you off at Sainte-Foy station. Please note: buses must be booked in advance and run on Saturdays and Sundays. Book here.

    • In summer:

    – Lines S82/S83 (direction Tignes/Val d’Isère) which can drop you off at Sainte-Foy chef-Lieu or the hamlet of La Thuile.

    Luggage storage :
    There is a luggage room at Bourg-Saint-Maurice station where you can leave your luggage for a few hours.

  • By plane

    Here are 4 international airports near Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise :

    • Lyon Saint-Exupéry: 2h30
    • Geneva : 2h30
    • Grenoble Alpes Isère: 2h40
    • Chambéry Savoie Mont Blanc : 1h50

    Transfers are also available by taxi.

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