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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Annecy is to fly and bus which costs €40 - €280 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Annecy is to fly and bus which takes 8h 23m and costs €100 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Annecy?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Annecy. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler and arriving at Annecy via Beograd, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Annecy?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Annecy. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Annecy via Halkali, Bucuresti Nord, Wien Hbf, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Chambery Challes Les Eaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Annecy?

The distance between Istanbul and Annecy is 1981 km. The road distance is 2260.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Annecy without a car is to bus and train which takes 33h 55m and costs €190 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 8h 23m to get from Istanbul to Annecy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Annecy bus from?

Istanbul to Annecy bus services, operated by Luks Yonca, depart from İstanbul Esenler station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Annecy train from?

Istanbul to Annecy train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Halkali station.

Where does the Istanbul to Annecy bus arrive?

Istanbul to Annecy bus services, operated by Luks Yonca, arrive at Beograd, Autobuska stanica station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Annecy?

Annecy is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 2:32 AM in Istanbul and 1:32 AM in Annecy.

Where does the Istanbul to Annecy train arrive?

Istanbul to Annecy train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Bucharest station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Annecy?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Annecy is 2261 km. It takes approximately 21h 26m to drive from Istanbul to Annecy.

Where can I stay near Annecy?

There are 3242+ hotels available in Annecy.

Istanbul to Annecy - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 11 ways to get from Istanbul to Annecy by plane, bus, train, night train, car, or car train

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

Fly Istanbul to Geneva International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane IST - GVA
2. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbertbus
8h 23m
€107–229
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Geneva International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane SAW - GVA
2. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbertbus
8h 44m
€42–280
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Munichbus
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
33h 55m
€193–425
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Halkali to Bucharestnighttrain
2. Take the night train from Bucuresti Nord to Wien Hbfnighttrain
3. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midinighttrain Nj
4. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain
5. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Annecytrain Ter
2d 4h
€417–741
Drive 2,260.9 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Annecycar 2,260.9 km
21h 26m
€345–498
Fly Istanbul to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane IST - LYS
2. Take the bus from Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
8h 42m
€102–225
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane SAW - LYS
2. Take the bus from Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
8h 57m
€78–256
Fly Istanbul to Turin Caselle Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)plane IST - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Annecytrain
11h 42m
€112–309
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Annecybus
34h 20m
€136–256
Bus via Istanbul Hotel Montenegro
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Hotel Montenegro to Belgrade New Bus Stationbus Citylines 88 / ...
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Annecybus
37h 20m
€158–175
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Istanbul to Villach Hbf ARZcar
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf ARZ to München Ostcartrain
3. Drive from München Ost to Annecycar
22h 48m
€436–613

Istanbul to Annecy by bus, train, and foot

2Weekly Services

33h 55mAverage Duration

€193Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,981.4 km
Duration: 8h 23m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Annecy, France?

You can take a bus from İstanbul Esenler to Annecy via Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 34h 20m.

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