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

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Lucerne is to drive which costs SFr 45 - SFr 70 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Lucerne is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct train between Annecy and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Annecy to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Luzern via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Annecy to Lucerne?

The distance between Annecy and Lucerne is 308 km. The road distance is 279.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Annecy to Lucerne without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 43m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Annecy to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Lucerne train from?

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

Where does the Annecy to Lucerne train arrive?

Annecy to Lucerne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Geneve station.

Can I drive from Annecy to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Lucerne is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Annecy to Lucerne.

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

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Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 663+ hotels available in Lucerne.

Annecy to Lucerne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Annecy to Lucerne by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Genève to Luzerntrain Ir15 / ...
4h 43m
CHF 93–265
Drive 279.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Annecy to Lucernecar 279.1 km
3h 35m
CHF 46–66
Bus, fly, 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 Luzerntrain
4h 12m
CHF 123–374
Train
1. Take the train from Annecy to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Luzerntrain Ir15 / ...
5h 20m
CHF 101–282

Annecy to Lucerne by bus, foot, and train

115Weekly Services

4h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 93Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Annecy to Lucerne.

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Distance: 308.3 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

You can take a train from Annecy to Luzern via Genève in around 5h 20m.

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