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 24m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Annecy - Bus Station station and arriving at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

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 158 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 train which takes 1h 59m and costs €26 - €60.

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

The train from Annecy to Lyon Part Dieu takes 1h 59m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Lyon bus from?

Annecy to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Annecy - Bus 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 train which takes 1h 59m and costs €26 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €35 and takes 2h.

Where does the Annecy to Lyon bus arrive?

Annecy to Lyon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus 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 24m 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 3764+ 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 train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Annecy to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
1h 59m
€26–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h
€9–35
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Annecy to Lyonrideshare 138.2 km
1h 53m
€9
Train via Aix Les Bains Le Revard
1. Take the train from Annecy to Aix Les Bains Le Revardtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Aix Les Bains Le Revard to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2h 50m
€27–87
Drive 135.7 km
1. Drive from Annecy to Lyoncar 135.7 km
1h 24m
€21–31

Annecy to Lyon by train

34Weekly Trains

1h 59mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.9 km
Duration: 1h 59m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Annecy to Lyon Part Dieu 5 times a day. Tickets cost €26–60 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 2h. Two other operators also service this route.

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