The cheapest and fastest trains from Annecy to Lausanne
Cheapest price
$200
Average price
$200
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Annecy to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy to Lausanne will cost around $200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $200.
Of the 1 trains that leave Annecy for Lausanne on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 40 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Annecy to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€90 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Annecy to Lausanne train times
The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Lausanne trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Annecy | 6h40 | 1:40 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Annecy to Lausanne
Trains from Annecy to Lausanne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 17:13. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 17:13 |
Train companies: TGV, SNCF TER from Annecy to Lausanne trainsTGV, SNCF TER trains will get you between Annecy and Lausanne from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Annecy to Lausanne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy to Lausanne by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Annecy to Lausanne
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue de Chevêne.
- Restaurant Le Freti
- L'Etage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre
- Best Western Hotel International Annecy
- Hotel des Alpes
- Located in the main hall
- 250 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional TER trains
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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