Travelling to the Aosta Valley for your Mountain Bike holiday requires some advanced planning. This incredible part of Northern Italy is accessed from several points but finding public transport can be tricky, here we will break down the options for travelling to the Aosta Valley from all directions. From the North for example you can travel through the Chamonix - Mt Blanc tunnel or over the Col du Petit-Saint-Bernard, both are also amazing experiences. The Mountain Biking in the Aosta Valley is some of the best in the world and truly worth every effort to get there.
Flying into the Aosta Valley
If you are looking to fly into the Aosta Valley from your original location there are several airport options including international travel options with airports such as Geneva and Turin
Turin Airport (TRN): Also known as Turin-Caselle Airport, it is located approximately 120 kilometres (75 miles) south of Aosta. Turin Airport is a larger international airport with a wider range of flight options.
Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): Situated around 185 kilometres (115 miles) west of Aosta, Malpensa Airport is one of the major international airports in Italy. It offers a wide range of domestic and international flights.
Geneva Airport (GVA): Although not in Italy, Geneva Airport is a viable option, particularly for travellers coming from abroad. It is located approximately 125 kilometres (78 miles) northwest of Aosta, just across the border in Switzerland. Geneva Airport serves as a hub for various airlines and offers a good selection of flights.
These are the main airports within a reasonable distance of Aosta. The choice of airport will depend on your specific travel needs, flight availability, and preferences. Once you have arrived at the airport of your choice you will need to source a private airport transfer which we can provide for you including mtb-specific bike trailers. or there are several public transport options which we will detail later
The town of Aosta is truly stunning
Driving to Aosta from multiple European destinations
Driving to the Aosta Valley can be an amazing experience, this area of the European Alps is home to the famous Mt Blanc Mountain towering 4800M high and multiple other 4000M+ peaks in the Aosta Valley itself. You will drive over some of the most famous driving roads in Europe including the Col du Petit-Saint-Bernard and Colle del Piccolo San Bernardo. Some of the high mountain passes are closed during the Spring, Autumn and winter so ensure you check your route before you set off.
Geneva, Switzerland: Located approximately 125 kilometres northwest of Aosta. The driving time is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. There are no tolls on this route.
Milan, Italy: Situated approximately 190 kilometres southeast of Aosta. The driving time is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. You will encounter tolls on the highways, with an estimated cost of around €10-€15.
Turin, Italy: Positioned approximately 130 kilometres northeast of Aosta. The driving time is approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. You will encounter tolls on the highways, with an estimated cost of around €10-€15.
Lyon, France: Located approximately 230 kilometres west of Aosta. The driving time is approximately 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. You will encounter tolls on the highways, with an estimated cost of around €15-€20.
Zurich, Switzerland: Positioned approximately 320 kilometres northeast of Aosta. The driving time is approximately 3.5 to 4 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. There are no tolls on this route.
Please note that toll prices may vary based on the specific route taken. All of our Aosta Valley Backcountry Tours tours include private airport transfers also.
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Traveling to the Aosta valley Via train
There are several options to travel to the Aosta Valley via train. The Aosta train station is located near the old city and very close to the Pila Sky Line Gondola taking you up to the mountain bike trails of Pila above the town of Aosta itself. Turin has a direct train option to Aosta with over 20 trains a day running, this is a great option if you and looking into your onward travel after flying in Turin. You can book tickets directly here - https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
If you are travelling from Milan, a very popular international airport used to access Aosta you also have direct train links with a travel time of around 3 hours, you can again book tickets here - https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
Travelling from Geneva can be a bit more testing with around 3 train changes and a travel time of 7 or more hours. most people who arrive in Geneva, again a very popular international airport opt for a private car transfer. We provide private transfers from Geneva to Aosta without 9-seater VW Transporter vans and bike-specific box and open-air trailers.
If you require a transfer please use the contact form below and one of our friendly team will get back to you asap.
