Fixed price guaranteed 1h10 70 km via A41 · Thônes · D4 Aravis

Geneva Airport Taxi to Le Grand-Bornand

Private transfer between Geneva Airport and Le Grand-Bornand, a working farming village and Aravis ski resort. 70 km, 1h10 door to door, dropped in the village or up at Le Chinaillon.

from €165Saloon, weekdays
from €220Saloon, weekends
70 kmA41 · Thônes · D4
~1h10Resort at 950 m
The journey

From Geneva Airport to Le Grand-Bornand

The route runs down the A41 towards Annecy, climbs the Thônes valley on the D909 and turns at Saint-Jean-de-Sixt into the Bouchet valley. The village of Le Grand-Bornand lies at the head of that valley at 950 metres; the high resort of Le Chinaillon sits six kilometres above at 1,300 metres.

Allow 1h10 for the village and 1h20 for Le Chinaillon, both at the same price. On Saturdays from January to March the Thônes valley builds up in the late morning: plan for 1h45. Crossing no pass makes this route more dependable than the Portes du Soleil during a snowfall.

A lived-in mountain village

Le Grand-Bornand is still a farming commune producing reblochon, not a purpose-built resort. Accommodation is scattered across the hamlets, which is exactly where door-to-door drop-off beats a shuttle that stops in the centre.

Village 950 m, Chinaillon 1,300 m

Two altitudes, two levels of demand. Winter tyres compliant with the Loi Montagne II from 1 November to 31 March and chains carried for the Chinaillon climb, fitted at no extra cost.

Biathlon World Cup

The resort hosts a Biathlon World Cup round each season, which saturates the valley for three days. We shift departure times over that period — tell us your date when you book.

GENEVA → LE GRAND-BORNAND

Saloon, 4 seats — weekdayfrom €165
Saloon, 4 seats — weekendfrom €220
Van, 7 seats — weekdayfrom €220
Van, 7 seats — weekendfrom €275
Distance70 km
Typical journey time~1h10
RouteA41 · Thônes · D4
Resort altitude950 m
Flight trackingIncluded

Price is for the whole vehicle, including tolls, luggage and ski equipment. The weekend rate applies on Saturdays and Sundays. Identical outbound and return.

Fares

Geneva to Le Grand-Bornand by vehicle type

A firm price confirmed before you travel, for the whole vehicle. No per-passenger supplement, no surcharge for a delayed flight, tolls included.

VehicleCapacityMonday to FridaySaturday and Sunday
Saloon, 4 seats4 passengersfrom €165from €220
Van, 7 seats7 passengersfrom €220from €275
Premium saloon4 passengersfrom €220from €275
Premium van7 passengersfrom €275from €330

For four travellers on a weekday, the saloon works out at roughly €41 each for a direct journey with drop-off at your accommodation. On busy Saturdays from January to March, allow up to 1h45.

Book your Geneva to Le Grand-Bornand transfer

Firm price before you travel. One way, return or both, at the same rate.

Areas covered

Drop-off anywhere in the resort, same price

The fixed price covers the whole commune, from the village to the Bouchet valley hamlets and the high resort. We drop at the exact address.

Le Grand-Bornand village (950 m)

A traditional bourg around the church and market square, with the Joyère gondola leaving from the village. Authentic and lively out of season.

Le Chinaillon (1,300 m)

The high resort six kilometres above the village, main snow front and direct access to the ski area. The climb needs chains after fresh snow.

The Bouchet valley

Scattered hamlets above the village, cross-country area and unspoilt setting. Farmhouse chalet rentals served at the same price.

Les Plans and Saint-Jean-de-Sixt

Outlying districts and the neighbouring village on the access route, often chosen for cheaper accommodation. Covered at the same price.

FAQ

Geneva Airport to Le Grand-Bornand — your questions

How much is a taxi from Geneva Airport to Le Grand-Bornand?
Fares start at €165 Monday to Friday and €220 on Saturdays and Sundays for a four-seat saloon. In a seven-seat van, expect from €220 on weekdays and €275 at weekends. The price covers the whole vehicle, including tolls, luggage and ski equipment.
Do you drop in the village or at Le Chinaillon?
Both, at the same fixed price. The village is at 950 metres and Le Chinaillon six kilometres above at 1,300 metres. Allow ten minutes more for Le Chinaillon, and a climb that can require chains after fresh snow — fitting is included.
Le Grand-Bornand or La Clusaz from Geneva?
The two share the same access road as far as Saint-Jean-de-Sixt and the same Aravis ski area. La Clusaz is five minutes closer and livelier; Le Grand-Bornand is more of a village and usually cheaper to stay in. The transfer price is identical.
Are there dates to avoid at Le Grand-Bornand?
The Biathlon World Cup round, usually in mid-December, saturates the valley access for three days. We shift departure times to avoid the blocked windows — tell us your arrival date when you book.
Is the price per person or per vehicle?
Per vehicle. The fare covers the entire journey whatever the number of passengers, up to the capacity of the vehicle you choose: four in a saloon, seven in a van. For four travellers to Le Grand-Bornand, the weekday saloon works out at roughly €41 each — with no price rising at checkout.
Are the vehicles equipped for snow?
Yes. Winter tyres compliant with the French Loi Montagne II from 1 November to 31 March, with chains carried on board and fitted at no extra cost. Le Grand-Bornand sits at 950 m, and our drivers run this access throughout the season.
Can you carry skis, snowboards and luggage?
Yes. Allow one pair of skis or a snowboard per passenger in a saloon. Vans have an extended boot and, on request when you book, an external ski rack. For six or seven people travelling to Le Grand-Bornand with equipment and week-long luggage, tell us and a premium van will be assigned.
Do you cover the return from Le Grand-Bornand to Geneva Airport?
Yes, both directions at the same fixed price. The return journey takes about 1h10 in normal conditions. For a Saturday departure in winter, allow extra time: the Bardonnex border crossing and the valley roads are busy from early morning.