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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Annecy is to bus which costs €55 - €220 and takes 21h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Annecy is to train and fly and bus which takes 6h 45m and costs €55 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Annecy?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Annecy station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Annecy - Bus Station via London Victoria and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Annecy?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Annecy. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Annecy via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Annecy?

The distance between Cardiff and Annecy is 1264 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Annecy without a car is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs €190 - €650.

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

It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from Cardiff to Annecy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Annecy bus from?

Cardiff to Annecy bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Annecy train from?

Cardiff to Annecy train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Annecy?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Annecy is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs €190 - €650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €220 and takes 21h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Annecy bus arrive?

Cardiff to Annecy bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Annecy?

Annecy is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 9:10 PM in Cardiff and 10:10 PM in Annecy.

Where does the Cardiff to Annecy train arrive?

Cardiff to Annecy train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Annecy?

There are 3178+ hotels available in Annecy.

Cardiff to Annecy - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Annecy by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, train, plane, or car ferry

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 Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to AnnecyTgv
10h 24m
€195–611
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Station
21h 9m
€57–218
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Annecy
12h 10m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)BRS - GVA
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbert
6h 45m
€57–220
Bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)700
3. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Annecy
23h 20m
€66–223
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cardiff to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Annecy
13h 12m
€208–316
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)BHX - GVA
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbert
7h 53m
€84–302
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)LHR - GVA
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbert
7h 45m
€141–390
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)BRS - LYS
3. Take the bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport to Annecy
7h 19m
€97–235

Cardiff to Annecy by train and subway

35Weekly Services

10h 24mAverage Duration

€195Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,264.2 km
Duration: 10h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Annecy, France?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Annecy via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 10h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Annecy - Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Paris, and Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station in around 21h 9m.

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