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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.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 7 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Annecy will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 15 buses that leave Nice for Annecy on Sun, Aug 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct buses cover the 261 km distance in an average of 9 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest buses will take 9 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.
50884 · 7462
50881 · 50985
50711
FlixBus
54032 · 51661
FlixBus · FlixBus
50711
FlixBus
54032 · 51661
50884 · 7462Buses from Nice to Annecy run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 1:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Annecy buses for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4731 · 50847 | 4:10 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 11h30 | 3:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
51047 · 1726 | 5:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 12h25 | 5:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
5866 · 50225 | 7:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h40 | 5:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h50 | 4:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 11h25 | 6:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h05 | 5:50 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
54032 · 51661 | 9:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h10 | 6:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
50881 · 50985 | 10:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h45 | 9:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h20 | 10:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
50711 | 12:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h55 | 9:25 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 11h35 | 5:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 9h25 | 5:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h50 | 7:25 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50884 · 7462 | 10:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h35 | 7:35 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 11h05 | 9:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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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.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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 Nice to Annecy buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) to Annecy, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Annecy, Rue des Terrasses. Use this guide to compare Nice and Annecy bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Elevators, ramps.
Nice, Gare Thiers has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are several cafes and snack bars inside.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs are located next to the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Gare Thiers.
Available at Nice, Gare Thiers: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Gare Thiers: Station is equipped with ramps and elevators.
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.
Annecy, Rue des Terrasses is 1 km from Annecy city centre. Public transport options include:
Annecy, Rue des Terrasses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small cafes nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Annecy, Rue des Terrasses. ATMs are available at Annecy, Rue des Terrasses.
Ticket office support is available at Annecy, Rue des Terrasses.
Available at Annecy, Rue des Terrasses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Annecy, Rue des Terrasses: Basic accessibility provided for wheelchairs.
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