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

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Lyon is to rideshare which costs €9 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Lyon is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Annecy and arriving at Lyon. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Annecy and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Annecy and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Annecy to Lyon?

The distance between Annecy and Lyon is 139 km. The road distance is 135.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Annecy to Lyon without a car is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs €10 - €35.

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

The bus from Annecy to Lyon takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Lyon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Annecy to Lyon train from?

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

Train or bus from Annecy to Lyon?

The best way to get from Annecy to Lyon is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs €10 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €33 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Annecy to Lyon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Annecy to Lyon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Annecy to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Lyon is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Annecy to Lyon.

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

Book your Annecy to Lyon train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Annecy to Lyon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lyon?

There are 3709+ hotels available in Lyon.

Can I share a ride from Annecy to Lyon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Annecy and Lyon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Annecy to Lyon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Annecy to Lyon by bus, train, rideshare, train (TGV), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Annecy to Lyon766 / ...
1h 50m
€10–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Annecy to Lyon138.2 km
1h 53m
€9
Train
1. Take the train from Annecy to Lyon Part DieuTer
1h 59m
€33
Train via Aix Les Bains Le Revard
1. Take the train from Annecy to Aix Les Bains Le RevardTer
2. Take the train from Aix Les Bains Le Revard to Lyon Part DieuTer
2h 51m
€35–37
Drive 135.7 km
1. Drive from Annecy to Lyon135.7 km
1h 23m
€21–30

Annecy to Lyon by bus

143Weekly Buses

1h 50mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 139.3 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Annecy to Lyon every 3 hours. Tickets cost €11–23 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Annecy to Lyon Part Dieu 5 times a day. Tickets cost €33 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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