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The cheapest and fastest buses from Annecy to Les Houches
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 26
Cheapest price on Oct 26
$10
Average ticket price on Oct 26
$10
Fastest journey on Oct 26
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 26
1 h 35 m
Buses on Oct 26
2
Distance
53 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Annecy to Les Houches is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy to Les Houches will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Fast buses
On Mon, Oct 26, we found 2 buses from Annecy to Les Houches, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 26 the direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Mon, Oct 26 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:05 PM1h35Annecy10:40 PMLes Houches$101One-way0 transfers- 11:50 AM1h35Annecy1:25 PMLes Houches$101One-way0 transfers
- 9:05 PM1h35Annecy10:40 PMLes Houches$101One-way0 transfers
- 11:50 AM1h35Annecy1:25 PMLes Houches$101One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Annecy to Les Houches
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Buses from Annecy to Les Houches run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:08, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 5:08 AM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Annecy to Les Houches trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Annecy to Les Houches.
Cheap bus tickets from Annecy to Les Houches can start from as little as $10 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Annecy to Les Houches is $13 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Annecy to Les Houches leaves at 5:08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Annecy to Les Houches leaves at 10:15 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct buses a day from Annecy to Les Houches with BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Annecy to Les Houches Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 07:44AM | Arrival Time 10:51AM | Duration 3h07 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator SNCF | Autocar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:51PM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Live departures
Annecy to Les Houches bus times
The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Les Houches buses for today, Sunday, October 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 34019+ 18923 | 3:00 PM Annecy station | 2h53 | 5:53 PM Les Houches | 1 transfer | |
| 34019+18923 | 3:00 PM Annecy station | 2h59 | 5:59 PM Taconnaz | 1 transfer | |
| 34019+18923 | 3:00 PM Annecy station | 2h51 | 5:51 PM Viaduc-Ste-Marie | 1 transfer | |
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Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus from Annecy to Les HouchesYou can travel by bus between Annecy to Les Houches with BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
$10
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Annecy and Les Houches
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Annecy to Les Houches, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus for the best way to get you to Les Houches. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Annecy and Les Houches and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Annecy to Les Houches for bus company BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Annecy to Les Houches:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Annecy to Les Houches depends on the bus companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Annecy to Les Houches.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Annecy to Les Houches:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Annecy to Les Houches:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Annecy to Les Houches.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Annecy to Les Houches with the following bus company: BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Annecy to Les Houches with the following bus company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Annecy to Les Houches with the following bus company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
Complete guide to Les Houches
Things to do in Les Houches
Discover the best of Les Houches — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Les Houches trip today.
- Recommended
Musée Montagnard
Alpine wildlife museum and educational center in nearby Servoz, with taxidermy displays and local mountain nature themes.
- Recommended
Espace Tairraz
Contemporary exhibition space in Chamonix presenting rotating art, photography, and cultural shows linked to the valley.
- Must visit
Prarion
Major summit viewpoint reached by cable car, famous for broad Mont Blanc views and a classic panorama near Les Houches.
- Must visit
Bellevue
Popular viewpoint and trail area with exceptional vistas over the Chamonix Valley and access to the Mont Blanc tramway.
- Must visit
Parc de Merlet
Celebrated animal park with easy walking paths, mountain forest scenery, and views that make it a favorite family outing.
- Gluten-free
Fondue Savoyarde
Melted local cheeses served with potatoes, cured meats, and pickles. A classic alpine meal shared after skiing, common across the Chamonix valley.
- Gluten-free
Tartiflette
Baked Reblochon cheese over potatoes, onions, and lardons. This hearty Savoie staple is one of the region’s most famous mountain comfort dishes.
- Vegetarian
Croziflette
Buckwheat pasta squares layered with cheese and butter, often baked with onions. A traditional Savoyard dish from nearby valleys, rich and rustic.
La Table Des Granges
Refined mountain restaurant inside Hôtel Le Saint Antoine, known for polished French and Savoyard cooking in a warm chalet setting.
La Chavanne
Well-known traditional Savoyard restaurant serving fondue, raclette, and alpine classics in a cozy, wood-lined atmosphere.
Le Delice
Popular casual spot for pizzas, grilled meats, and regional dishes. Relaxed atmosphere and reliable choice in the center of Les Houches.
Euro (€)
Very expensive for the Alps. Lodging, ski-season dining, and lifts are high, though local buses can reduce transport costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €12-18 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €25-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes.
TixiPASS Chamonix
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €3
To the city center
Chamonix Sud Bus Station -> Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Centre
- Distance
- 8 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Local buses in the Chamonix Valley use the TixiPASS app and tickets can also be bought on board; check current fare zones before boarding.
- Many valley buses accept bank cards for onboard payment, but carry a backup payment method in case the validator or driver cannot process contactless.
Plan your visit to Les Houches
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Les Houches.
France uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most transactions, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small vendors, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Les Houches, the main safety concerns for travelers include mountain-related risks such as avalanches and sudden weather changes, especially for those engaging in skiing or hiking. It's important to stay on marked trails and follow local safety advisories. Common scams are minimal, but travelers should be cautious of inflated taxi fares and ensure they use licensed transportation services. Keeping belongings secure in crowded areas also helps prevent petty theft.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Bus from Annecy to Les Houches
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy to Les Houches by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Les Houches, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Annecy and Les Houches including taking a bus and train.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Annecy to Les Houches
Most Annecy to Les Houches buses use the Annecy, Gare Routière to station pair. Use this guide to compare Annecy and Les Houches bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Annecy
Arrival bus stations in Les Houches
Which Annecy station do buses to Les Houches leave from?
Buses from Annecy to Les Houches leave from Annecy, Gare Routière. The station is from Annecy city centre at Place de la Gare, 74000 Annecy, France.
Annecy, Gare RoutièrePlace de la Gare, 74000 Annecy, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Annecy, Gare Routière from Annecy city centre
Bus10, 2, 5 · 11m · $3 · every ~17 min
Annecy, Gare Routière bus station facilities and services
Annecy, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistro du Routier (0.2 km), La Table d'Annecy (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for easy access to cash.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Annecy, Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Annecy, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Annecy, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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