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Trains in Verbier
Discover & book Verbier train services
There is no train station in Verbier but this doesn't mean that you can't come here by train.
More than ever encouraged as the sustainable and eco-friendly travel option, getting to Verbier by train is still worth the effort with short transfer times from its closest major transport hub.
You'll get more leg room and it's a great way to enjoy the passing scenery.
Tip!
You may be able to get money off your accommodation or transfer to the resort if you mention you're coming by train.
Nearest train station to Verbier
Le Châble, just down the valley, boasts an international train station with connections to London and Paris.
Journey time to Verbier by train
These are rough journey times for a number of destinations.
Journey | Duration | Changes | Equivalent driving time |
London to Le Châble | 10 hours | 2 | 12 hours |
Paris to Le Châble | 7h40 | 2 | 7 hours |
Zurich Airport to Le Châble | 4h30 | 1 | 2h50 |
Geneva Airport to Le Châble | 2h15 | 0 | 1h45 |
Train prices to Verbier
How much it costs depends a lot on when you travel. Peak weeks like Christmas, New Year, February half-term and Easter are obviously more expensive.
Our top tip is to try to book as early as possible.
Eurostar ski train tickets usually go out for sale in mid-July and that's when they're at their cheapest.
SBB (Swiss Federal Railway) train tickets from Geneva and other Swiss cities are normally available to buy 120 to 90 days before your travel time and, again, the earlier you book the lower the price will be.
Getting from the train station to Verbier
There are a couple of options when making your way from Le Châble:
- local bus - takes 25 minutes
- private transfer - direct
- gondola - 10 minutes (access included in your Verbier and 4 Vallées lift pass)
Booking train tickets to Verbier
For more information on journey times or to book tickets online, visit these websites:
You can also book through the Trainline.
Top tip!
Book early! Journeys at Christmas, Easter and the French half term weeks get packed out quickly.
Luggage allowances on trains to Verbier
If you're coming to Verbier, you'll probably be carrying additional luggage like ski boots, helmets or backpacks.
Train lines tend to have more generous allowances than airlines, but there are some limits.
Line | Large bags | Ski gear | Bikes |
Eurostar to Paris | Up to 85cm long at its widest | 1 pair of skis or snowboard - counts as one of your 2 large bags | Only if boxed. Email travelservices@eurostar.com for more information |
Eurostar to Lyon | Up to 85cm long at its widest | 1 pair of skis or snowboard - counts as one of your 2 large bags | Only if it fits into one of your 85cm pieces of luggage |
French TER and TGV trains | No limit - must be able to carry all luggage yourself | Yes | Yes, if packaged in a bag measuring 120cm x 90cm or less |
Swiss SBB trains | No limit - must be able to carry all luggage yourself | Yes | Free, if packaged and front wheel removed (you'll need to pay for a fully assembled bike to travel in the bike carriage) |
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If you can make travelling by train work for you, you'll be helping to reduce your impact of your trip on the environment.