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

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Zurich is to bus via Geneva which costs SFr 19 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Zurich is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Annecy and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Annecy and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Annecy to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Zürich HB via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Annecy to Zurich?

The distance between Annecy and Zurich is 344 km. The road distance is 317.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Annecy to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Annecy to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Annecy to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Annecy to Zurich?

The best way to get from Annecy to Zurich is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Annecy to Zurich bus arrive?

Annecy to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Annecy to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Annecy to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Zurich is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Annecy to Zurich.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Annecy to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Annecy to Zurich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Annecy to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
5h 1m
CHF 74–104
Bus via Geneva
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Annecy to Genevabus FlixBus 1726 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N882 / ...
5h 40m
CHF 20–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Annecy to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N1156
5h 35m
CHF 26–50
Drive 317.6 km
1. Drive from Annecy to Zurichcar 317.6 km
3h 19m
CHF 50–72
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Eglise des Fins to Aéroportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3h 33m
CHF 88–237

Annecy to Zurich by train

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Distance: 344.1 km
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Annecy to Zürich HB via Genève in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Annecy to Zurich Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 26–50 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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