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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Annecy is to bus which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Annecy is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Annecy?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Annecy station. However, there are services departing from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai and arriving at Annecy - Bus Station via Geneva - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Annecy?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Annecy. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Annecy via Genève and Annemasse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Zurich to Annecy?

The distance between Zurich and Annecy is 344 km. The road distance is 312 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Annecy without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs €75 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Zurich to Annecy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Annecy bus from?

Zurich to Annecy bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Annecy train from?

Zurich to Annecy train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Annecy?

The best way to get from Zurich to Annecy is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs €75 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Zurich to Annecy bus arrive?

Zurich to Annecy bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Geneva Bus Station.

Where does the Zurich to Annecy train arrive?

Zurich to Annecy train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Genève station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Annecy?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Annecy is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Zurich to Annecy.

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

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Where can I stay near Annecy?

There are 3228+ hotels available in Annecy.

Zurich to Annecy - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Zurich to Annecy by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Annemasse to Annecytrain Ter
5h 20m
€79–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Geneva Bus Stationbus RegioJet 95
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 45m
€21–36
Drive 312 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Annecycar 312 km
3h 24m
€54–78
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
2. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbertbus
4h 22m
€94–258
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genève-Aéroporttrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbertbus 272
5h 21m
€65–115
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Annecy - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 45m
€31–47

Zurich to Annecy by train

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 344.2 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Annecy, France?

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Annecy via Genève and Annemasse in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Annecy - Bus Station via Geneva - Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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