What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Annecy?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Annecy is to bus which costs €40 - €130 and takes 12h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Annecy?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Annecy is to fly and bus which takes 4h 46m and costs €55 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Annecy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Rochelle - Bus Station station and arriving at Annecy - Bus Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 30m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Annecy?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Annecy. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Annecy via Montparnasse Bienvenue, Bercy and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Annecy?

The distance between La Rochelle and Annecy is 616 km. The road distance is 681.7 km.

How do I travel from La Rochelle to Annecy without a car?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Annecy without a car is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs €110 - €280.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Annecy?

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from La Rochelle to Annecy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Annecy bus from?

La Rochelle to Annecy bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Annecy train from?

La Rochelle to Annecy train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from La Rochelle Ville station.

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Annecy?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Annecy is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs €110 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €130 and takes 12h 30m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Annecy bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Annecy bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Annecy - Bus Station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Annecy train arrive?

La Rochelle to Annecy train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Annecy?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Annecy is 682 km. It takes approximately 7h 41m to drive from La Rochelle to Annecy.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Annecy?

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How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Annecy?

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Where can I stay near Annecy?

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La Rochelle to Annecy - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from La Rochelle to Annecy by plane, bus, train (TGV), car, or 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 La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)LRH - LYS
2. Take the bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport to Annecy
4h 46m
€56–282
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Annecy - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
12h 30m
€40–130
Train
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to AnnecyTgv
8h 2m
€110–272
Drive 681.7 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Annecy681.7 km
7h 41m
€104–150
Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)NTE - LYS
3. Take the bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport to Annecy
7h 2m
€57–192
Train to Nantes Atlantique Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Nantes
2. Fly from Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)NTE - GVA
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbert
7h 39m
€63–207
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jean
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)BOD - LYS
3. Take the bus from Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport to Annecy
7h 53m
€58–190
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jean
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)BOD - GVA
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbert
8h 30m
€59–185
Bus via Thiers
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to ThiersN746
2. Take the bus from Thiers to Annecy1786
13h 10m
€73–112

La Rochelle to Annecy by train and subway

35Weekly Services

8h 2mAverage Duration

€110Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Annecy.

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Distance: 615.5 km
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Annecy, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Annecy via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Bercy, Gare de Lyon, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 8h 2m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €40–130 and the journey takes 12h 30m.

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