From Lyon Airport to Les Arcs
199 km, about 2 h 30 min by road. Your chauffeur meets you at Lyon Airport, drives you to Les Arcs and takes care of everything else.
- Distance
- 199 km
- Duration
- 2 h 30 min
- Estimate
- from €480
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- Altitude at departure
- 250 m
- Altitude on arrival
- 1,800 m
Route profile
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport 250 m
199 km
Les Arcs 1,800 m
Your vehicle
One-way estimate per vehicle. Your fixed price is confirmed before departure.
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E-Class
The business saloon
Up to 2 passengers
€480
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V-Class
Room for everyone
Only €45 more than the E-Class: seven seats, a large boot and chilled drinks on board.
Up to 7 passengers
€525
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Range Rover
The ski resort 4x4
Up to 4 passengers
€645
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S-Class
First class
Up to 2 passengers
€765
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Sprinter VIP
For large groups
Up to 16 passengers
Price on request
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About Les Arcs
Les Arcs is four villages above Bourg-Saint-Maurice: Arc 1600, the first, designed with Charlotte Perriand, then Arc 1800, Arc 1950 and Arc 2000. The ski area tops out at 3,226 m on the Aiguille Rouge and forms Paradiski with La Plagne. From Geneva Airport, allow 2 h 35 min to Arc 1800.
From Bourg-Saint-Maurice station, a funicular climbs to Arc 1600 in seven minutes. For the other villages, or with suitcases and skis, the road is simpler: 25 minutes to Arc 1800, and your chauffeur drops you as close as possible to your residence.
Private chauffeur in Les ArcsMust-see places in Les Arcs
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The Les Arcs funicular
Since 1989, the funicular has linked Bourg-Saint-Maurice station with Arc 1600 in seven minutes, in winter and summer alike, climbing 800 m. At the top, free shuttles serve Arc 1800, Arc 1950 and Arc 2000, so you can stay in Les Arcs without a car.
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Arc 1600 and the architecture of Les Arcs
Born in 1968, Arc 1600 bears the mark of Charlotte Perriand and her fellow architects: buildings set into the slope, preserved alpine chalets, the La Cascade residence, Pierre Faucheux's wooden Coupole. The 20th-century heritage label recognises the whole ensemble; guided tours tell its story.
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The Aiguille Rouge
The highest point of Les Arcs at 3,226 m, the Aiguille Rouge is reached from Arc 2000 by the Varet gondola and then a cable car dating from 1981. At the top, a walkway with glass railings faces Mont Pourri and Mont Blanc. Its 7 km run is now graded black.
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The Aiguille Rouge zip line
At the top of the Varet gondola, in Arc 2000, the zip line sends its passengers off, alone or in pairs, at speeds of up to 130 km/h, facing the peaks. Open to skiers and pedestrians alike, from 25 kg, in winter and summer; booking is recommended.
Good to know
- At the airport
- Give us your flight number: your chauffeur tracks your arrival and waits for 30 minutes free of charge after landing.
- Mountain road
- The last few kilometres are in the mountains, on roads that can be covered in snow. Our vehicles run on winter tyres and our chauffeurs drive this road all season.
- Winter Saturdays
- On Saturdays during the school holidays, the Tarentaise valley road is very busy. We adjust the departure time so that you arrive on time.
- Luggage and skis
- Standard luggage is included. If you are bringing skis, a bike or a pushchair, please mention it when you book.
- In both directions
- You can also book this journey in the other direction, on the same terms.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the transfer from Lyon Airport to Les Arcs take?
Allow about 2 h 30 min for 199 km in normal traffic. In winter or at peak holiday times, we build in extra time.
How much does a transfer from Lyon Airport to Les Arcs cost?
Estimates start at €480 with the E-Class. Your fixed price is confirmed before you book and includes fuel, tolls and standard luggage.
How much is the transfer from Lyon Airport to Les Arcs for a group?
The V-Class seats up to 7 passengers with their skis and luggage: €525 for the vehicle, or about €75 per person with 7 on board. Tell us how many pairs of skis when you book. For larger groups, the Sprinter VIP seats up to 16 on request.
Shared shuttle or private transfer from Lyon Airport to Les Arcs: which to choose?
A shared shuttle usually runs to a timetable and drops several travellers along the way. With a private transfer, the vehicle is yours: it leaves when you choose and takes you straight to Les Arcs, in about 2 h 30 min. The price is per vehicle, not per seat.
Private chauffeur or taxi from Lyon Airport to Les Arcs: what is the difference?
A private hire chauffeur (a VTC, in France) is always booked in advance. Ours has a price fixed before departure: from €480 for this journey, with no meter and no surcharge if the roads are busy. A taxi can also be taken from a rank or hailed in the street, and its fare usually follows the meter.
Can I book the return journey too?
Yes. You can book both journeys in a single request: your chauffeur will pick you up again at the agreed time.
Can I book at the last minute?
We do our best, depending on chauffeur availability. If you need to leave within the next few hours, the simplest option is to call +33 6 19 74 72 74.
Other transfers from Lyon Airport
| To | Distance | Duration | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megève | 171 km | 2 h 05 min | from €410 |
| Chamonix | 216 km | 2 h 25 min | from €520 |
| Courchevel | 186 km | 2 h 15 min | from €445 |
| Méribel | 179 km | 2 h 10 min | from €430 |
| Val Thorens | 199 km | 2 h 30 min | from €480 |
| Val d'Isère | 222 km | 3 h | from €535 |
| Tignes | 220 km | 2 h 55 min | from €530 |
| La Plagne | 195 km | 2 h 25 min | from €470 |
Other ways to reach Les Arcs
| From | Distance | Duration | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geneva Airport | 155 km | 2 h 35 min | from €370 |
| Bourg-Saint-Maurice station | 17 km | 25 min | from €40 |