Your route to the slopes

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Alpe d’Huez

So, how do you get there? Private transfers from Geneva to Alpe d’Huez take as little as 2 hours 30 minutes. Transfer times from Geneva to Alpe d’Huez might differ due to traffic or unpredictable weather conditions, especially during peak season. Your driver will always choose the quickest route to Alpe d’Huez on the day.

Typical route to Alpe d’Huez from Geneva airport

There are two main routes to get from Geneva to Alpe d’Huez.

If traffic and weather conditions are on your side, you’ll take the standard route. Although this route is only slightly shorter in length, it’s typically 30 minutes quicker on a clear day:

Geneva, Saint-Julien-en-Genevois, Cruseilles, Annecy, Chambéry, Crolles, Gières, Echirolles, Champ-sur-Drac, Le Bourg-d’Oisans, Alpe d’Huez.

If the standard route isn’t possible due to traffic or adverse weather, an alternative is:

Geneva, Meyrin, Collonges, Clarafond-Arcine, Seyssel, Belley, Aoste, Voiron, Saint-Égrève, Échirolles, Champ-sur-Drac, Le Bourg-d’Oisans, Alpe d’Huez.

To ensure you have the smoothest journey, your driver will choose the best route based on current conditions. So, sit back, relax, and soak up the views.

What to expect on your transfer

It’s a straightforward journey. Your driver will meet you at Geneva, help with your luggage, and load the vehicle while you get comfy. The driver will review the quickest route from Geneva to Alpe d’Huez and the journey can begin. If you’re on a shared transfer to Alpe d’Huez, you might have to wait at the airport for your fellow passengers. We always plan this meticulously to make your wait as short as possible.

You can request to make a stop en-route to Alpe d’Huez to enjoy the scenery and stretch your legs. Or, if you need to grab any holiday essentials, we can make a quick supermarket pitstop.