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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Annecy is to rideshare which costs €9 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Annecy is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Annecy?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at Annecy. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Annecy?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Annecy. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Lyon to Annecy?

The distance between Lyon and Annecy is 140 km. The road distance is 135.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Annecy without a car is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs €10 - €35.

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

The bus from Lyon to Annecy takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Annecy bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lyon to Annecy train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Annecy?

The best way to get from Lyon to Annecy is to bus which takes 1h 50m and costs €10 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €32 - €33 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Lyon to Annecy bus arrive?

Lyon to Annecy bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Annecy station.

Where does the Lyon to Annecy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Annecy?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Annecy is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Lyon to Annecy.

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

Book your Lyon to Annecy train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Annecy?

There are 3178+ hotels available in Annecy.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Annecy?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lyon and Annecy. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lyon to Annecy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lyon to Annecy by bus, train, rideshare, train (TGV), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Annecy766 / ...
1h 50m
€10–35
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Annecy139.1 km
1h 54m
€9
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to AnnecyTer
1h 59m
€32–33
Train via Aix Les Bains Le Revard
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Aix Les Bains Le RevardTer
2. Take the train from Aix Les Bains Le Revard to AnnecyTer
2h 13m
€35–36
Drive 135.5 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Annecy135.5 km
1h 21m
€21–30

Lyon to Annecy by bus

132Weekly Buses

1h 50mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 139.8 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Annecy, France?

FlixBus operates a bus from Lyon to Annecy every 3 hours. Tickets cost €11–22 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Annecy every 4 hours. Tickets cost €32–33 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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