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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Annecy is to bus which costs €140 - €160 and takes 35h 45m.

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 7h 57m and costs €100 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Annecy?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to Annecy. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Annecy via Beograd, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 45m.

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 1980 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 which takes 35h 45m and costs €140 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 57m 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 Kamil Koç, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus 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 Kamil Koç, arrive at Belgrade bus station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Annecy?

Annecy is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 11:42 AM in Istanbul and 10:42 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 25m to drive from Istanbul to Annecy.

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

Book your Istanbul to Annecy bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Annecy?

There are 3455+ hotels available in Annecy.

Istanbul to Annecy - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 9 ways to get from Istanbul to Annecy by plane, bus, night train, train, 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.

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
7h 57m
€109–292
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 18m
€64–1,012
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Belgrade bus stationbus FlixBus N1920
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Annecybus
35h 45m
€142–156
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
€409–728
Drive 2,260.9 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Annecycar 2,260.9 km
21h 25m
€354–512
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 29m
€140–329
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 44m
€105–359
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
36h 54m
€154–271
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Lindaubus
2. Take the train from St. Gallen to Genève-Aéroporttrain Ic1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbertbus 272
37h 48m
€234–558

Istanbul to Annecy by bus

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35h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,980 km
Duration: 7h 57m

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

You can take a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Annecy via Belgrade bus station and Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 35h 45m.

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