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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Annecy takes 12h 27m and the fastest train takes 8h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Annecy. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 27m
Duration
1,180 km
Distance
€405
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Essen to Annecy train times

Trains run twice daily between Essen and Annecy. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essen is at 5:09 PM which arrives into Annecy at 2:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Koeln Hbf and take an average of 12h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui10h 27m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui9h 24m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui10h 27m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui21h 27m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui9h 24m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui10h 27m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui9h 20m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui17h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui20h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    EurostarEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui8h 52m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui10h 27m • 3 changes
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    Arrives next day

    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui20h 20m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    EurostarEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui8h 52m • 3 changes
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    National ExpressEurostarSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)TGV inOui10h 27m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essen to Annecy? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,180.2 km
  • Duration: 12h 27m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Annecy, France?

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Annecy via Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 10h 15m.

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