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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
$126
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
6 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
545 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 1 trains that leave Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite for Annecy station on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 545 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $51.
Distance: 338 miles (545 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$119 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $220 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station costing on average $119 (€98).
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station costing on average $124 (€101).
Other travel options to Annecy station take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 33m.
Bus takes on average 9h 50m.
The journey is about 1h 10m faster (5h 33m by train vs 6h 43m by car) and roughly $101 (€83) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($119 (€98) vs $220 (€180)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17994+ 6123+ 13140 | Delayed 5:08 PM 2:11 PMGare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 6h49 | 9:00 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 3:14 PM Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite | 6h18 | 9:32 PM Annecy station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $51 (€42) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 15:44. The fastest train covers the 338 miles (545 km) distance in 6h 17m.
Distance 338 miles (545 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 17m |
First train 6:26 AM |
Last train 3:44 PM |
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Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated, but not expected. Taxis can be rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite to Annecy station 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 Annecy station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
