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

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Lugano is to bus and train which costs SFr 22 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Lugano is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Annecy station to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Annecy - Bus Station and arriving at Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Annecy and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Annecy to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Lugano via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Annecy to Lugano?

The distance between Annecy and Lugano is 468 km. The road distance is 347.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Annecy to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 7h 6m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Annecy to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Lugano bus from?

Annecy to Lugano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Annecy - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Lugano train from?

Annecy to Lugano train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Annecy station.

Train or bus from Annecy to Lugano?

The best way to get from Annecy to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 7h 6m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 29 - SFr 55 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Annecy to Lugano bus arrive?

Annecy to Lugano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Annecy to Lugano train arrive?

Annecy to Lugano train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Chambery Challes Les Eaux station.

Can I drive from Annecy to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Lugano is 348 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Annecy to Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Annecy to Lugano?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Annecy to Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Annecy to Lugano - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Annecy to Lugano by train (TGV, Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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

Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Annecy to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
7h 6m
CHF 54–122
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus
2. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Luganotrain S50
8h 50m
CHF 22–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 55m
CHF 30–55
Drive 347.8 km
1. Drive from Annecy to Luganocar 347.8 km
4h 33m
CHF 55–80
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Eglise des Fins to Aéroportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain
5h 38m
CHF 140–347
Train
1. Take the train from Annecy to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Locarnotrain Ic
8h 17m
CHF 132–256
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Eglise des Fins to Aéroportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane GVA - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
6h 35m
CHF 72–196
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane LYS - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
6h 35m
CHF 57–189

Annecy to Lugano by train

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7h 6mAverage Duration

CHF 54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 467.5 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Annecy, France and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Annecy to Lugano via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Milano Centrale in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 7h 55m.

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