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Musée-Château d'Annecy
Main city museum inside Annecy Castle, with regional heritage, alpine art, design, and temporary exhibitions in a dramatic historic setting.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Clermont-Ferrand to Annecy will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 6 buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Annecy, including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 235 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.

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Buses from Clermont-Ferrand to Annecy run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:50, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 3:50 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Clermont-Ferrand to Annecy.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Clermont-Ferrand to Annecy buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:50 AM Clermont-Ferrand | 7h10 | 9:00 AM Annecy | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:50 AM Clermont-Ferrand | 7h10 | 10:00 AM Annecy | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Clermont-Ferrand | 5h00 | 12:00 PM Annecy | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Clermont-Ferrand | 4h25 | 12:10 PM Annecy | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main city museum inside Annecy Castle, with regional heritage, alpine art, design, and temporary exhibitions in a dramatic historic setting.
Museum in the Palais de l’Isle presenting local architecture, history, and heritage inside Annecy’s most recognizable medieval monument.
Museum dedicated to animated film and moving image, reflecting Annecy’s international animation festival and strong creative identity.
Annecy’s atmospheric old town is filled with canals, arcades, pastel houses, and lively lanes. It is the essential area for first-time visitors.
Large lakeside green space ideal for strolling, picnics, and mountain views, directly linked to the old town and Pont des Amours.
Broad esplanade on the lakefront used for walks, events, and open views across the water. A classic place to feel Annecy’s lakeside atmosphere.
Savoyard melted cheese fondue, usually Comté, Beaufort and Emmental with white wine. A classic Alpine shared meal popular in Annecy and Haute-Savoie.
Potatoes baked with Reblochon, onions, lardons and cream. This iconic Haute-Savoie comfort dish is deeply tied to local mountain farming traditions.
Large potato pancake traditionally filled with cheese, onions and charcuterie. A hearty Savoy specialty often found in traditional Annecy restaurants.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining by Lake Annecy, known for refined fish and regional produce in a polished contemporary setting.
Well-known old-town crêperie serving galettes, salads and cider. Casual, reliable and popular for a lighter regional meal.
Historic traditional restaurant in Annecy's old town, celebrated for fondue, raclette and tartiflette in a warm Savoyard atmosphere.
Moderate for France: lodging is often pricier in peak season, while dining and local buses are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Most Clermont-Ferrand to Annecy buses use the Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) to Annecy, Gare Routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Clermont-Ferrand and Annecy bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Gourmet (0.5 km), Brasserie Le France (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière).
Available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière): Elevators, ramps.
Annecy, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistro du Routier (0.2 km), La Table d'Annecy (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for easy access to cash.
Ticket office support is available at Annecy, Gare Routière.
Available at Annecy, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Annecy, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
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