What is the cheapest way to get from Annecy to Ambert?

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Ambert is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Annecy to Ambert?

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Ambert is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Ambert?

No, there is no direct bus from Annecy to Ambert. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Gare via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station and Pôle Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Annecy to Ambert?

The distance between Annecy and Ambert is 295 km. The road distance is 248.5 km.

How do I travel from Annecy to Ambert without a car?

The best way to get from Annecy to Ambert without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 22m and costs €140 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Annecy to Ambert?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Annecy to Ambert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Ambert bus from?

Annecy to Ambert bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Annecy station.

Where does the Annecy to Ambert bus arrive?

Annecy to Ambert bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lyon station.

Can I drive from Annecy to Ambert?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Ambert is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Annecy to Ambert.

Where can I stay near Ambert?

There are 204+ hotels available in Ambert.

Annecy to Ambert - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Annecy to Ambert by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Aix Les Bains Le Revard to Lyon Part DieuTer
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
3. Take the taxi from Montbrison to Ambert
6h 22m
€147–181
Drive 248.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Annecy to Ambert248.5 km
2h 58m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Annecy to Lyon766 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Le Puy-en-Velay
3. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to GareH27
7h 44m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Annecy to Lyon Part DieuTer
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to St Etienne ChateaucreuxTer
3. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Le Puy En VelayTer
4. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to GareH27
8h 14m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Annecy to Lyon766 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Saint-Étienne736 / ...
3. Take the train from St Etienne Chateaucreux to Le Puy En VelayTer
4. Take the bus from Pôle Intermodal to GareH27
8h 45m

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Map of how to get from Annecy to Ambert.

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Distance: 295.3 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Annecy, France and Ambert, France?

You can take a bus from Annecy to Gare via Lyon, Lyon - Perrache Bus Station, and Pôle Intermodal in around 7h 44m.

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