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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Annecy is to bus which costs €55 - €90 and takes 16h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Annecy is to train and fly and bus which takes 5h 33m and costs €80 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Annecy?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Annecy. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Annecy via Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Annecy?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Annecy. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Annecy via Chambery Challes Les Eaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Annecy?

The distance between Rotterdam and Annecy is 994 km. The road distance is 831.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Annecy without a car is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs €200 - €380.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Rotterdam to Annecy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Annecy bus from?

Rotterdam to Annecy bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Annecy train from?

Rotterdam to Annecy train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Annecy?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Annecy is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs €200 - €380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €90 and takes 16h 5m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Annecy bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Annecy train arrive?

Rotterdam to Annecy train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Chambery Challes Les Eaux station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Annecy?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Annecy is 831 km. It takes approximately 9h 47m to drive from Rotterdam to Annecy.

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

Book your Rotterdam to Annecy train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Annecy?

There are 3205+ hotels available in Annecy.

Rotterdam to Annecy - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Rotterdam to Annecy by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, train, plane, or train (TGV)

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 Rotterdam Centraal to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Annecytrain Ter
7h 7m
€202–378
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Lyonbus N760
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Annecybus 766 / ...
16h 5m
€55–87
Drive 831.2 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Annecycar 831.2 km
9h 47m
€148–214
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Geneva International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane AMS - GVA
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbertbus
5h 33m
€82–297
Train via Chambéry
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Chambérytrain Eurostar
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Annecytrain Ter
7h 11m
€152–502
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane BRU - GVA
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbertbus
6h 14m
€73–274
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane AMS - LYS
3. Take the bus from Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
6h 16m
€106–331
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraaltrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BRU - LYS
3. Take the bus from Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
7h 1m
€102–368

Rotterdam to Annecy by train

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7h 7mAverage Duration

€202Cheapest Price

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Distance: 993.8 km
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Annecy, France?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Annecy via Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Annecy via Lyon in around 16h 5m.

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