- Must visit
Palais de l’Île
Iconic medieval monument and local history museum set on an island in the Thiou Canal. One of Annecy’s most photographed sights and a strong first stop for understanding the old town.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 26 buses that leave Lyon Saint Exupery Airport for Annecy on Mon, Jun 22, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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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50985Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy:
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy costing on average $56 (€46).
Other travel options to Annecy take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 49m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 23m by bus vs 1h 24m by car) and save roughly $32 (€26) compared to fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $47 (€39)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80082 | 11:20 AM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1h25 | 12:45 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h40 | 1:10 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h15 | 2:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50983 | 12:35 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1h25 | 2:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h30 | 2:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h15 | 3:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h25 | 3:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h50 | 4:55 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
7661 | 3:25 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1h25 | 4:50 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h20 | 6:15 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h35 | 6:15 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
51661 | 5:15 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1h25 | 6:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h50 | 7:30 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h40 | 8:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50985 | 7:35 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1h25 | 9:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 10:30 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
80011 | 8:35 PM Colombier-Saugnieu, Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport (Arrivée T1) | 1h25 | 10:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h50 | 10:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h25 | 10:30 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h05 | 5:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h35 | 6:40 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 3h55 | 11:00 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 2h10 | 9:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport | 1h25 | 9:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h40 | 10:15 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1h55 | 11:30 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 19:45. The fastest bus covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 6:05 AM |
Last bus 7:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Annecy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Annecy trip today.
Iconic medieval monument and local history museum set on an island in the Thiou Canal. One of Annecy’s most photographed sights and a strong first stop for understanding the old town.
Former residence of the Counts of Geneva, now a museum with regional heritage, alpine art, and lake-related exhibitions. Its hilltop setting also gives it major landmark value.
Specialized museum linked to Annecy’s internationally known animation culture. Especially appealing to film lovers visiting during or outside festival season.
Annecy’s old town of arcades, pastel facades, canals, and lively lanes. This is the core area for first-time visitors and the city’s most atmospheric walk.
Large lakeside esplanade ideal for strolling, relaxing, and taking in views of the lake and mountains. A central social space loved by locals and visitors.
Picturesque canal-side walking area lined with bridges and colorful facades. Particularly popular for social media photography in the heart of Annecy.
A classic Savoyard gratin of potatoes, onions, lardons, and Reblochon cheese, strongly associated with the Annecy area and Alpine comfort food.
A communal melted-cheese dish made with local Alpine cheeses and white wine, served with bread and central to regional mountain dining.
Melted Raclette cheese scraped over potatoes, charcuterie, and pickles; a staple of Haute-Savoie meals around Annecy.
Recognized fine-dining restaurant serving creative French cuisine with polished presentation, suitable for a more upscale meal in Annecy.
Well-known old-town restaurant specializing in fondue, raclette, and other Savoyard cheese dishes in a cozy, traditional setting.
Historic canalside inn and restaurant offering refined regional French cooking with a classic Annecy setting and longstanding reputation.
Prices are above average for France, especially near the old town and lake. Dining and hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated, but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Annecy, Gare Routière -> Annecy Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy 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 Annecy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Annecy buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Annecy, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Annecy, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Annecy bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache 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 Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: 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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