- Must visit
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
$61
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken to Annecy will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Interlaken to Annecy without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 714 | 714 · R L4 23248 | 23248
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 714 | 714 · R L4 23248 | 23248
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · R L4 23240 | 23240
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · R L4 23240 | 23240
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · R L4 23240 | 23240
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · R L4 23240 | 23240
IC 81 811 | 811 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R L4 23238 | 23238
IC 61 964 | 964 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L4 23242 | 23242
IC 81 815 | 815 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R L4 23246 | 23246
IC 61 964 | 964 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L4 23242 | 23242Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $57, and a train costs an average of $57.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$69 Average price Cheapest | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Annecy take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 10m.
Tickets start at around $69 (€56) compared to roughly $117 (€95) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 4h 10m versus 2h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Interlaken to Annecy trains for today, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 106 | 106 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 · R L4 23250 | 23250 | 10:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 2:21 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
ICE 106 | 106 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 · R L4 23250 | 23250 | 10:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 2:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
ICE 106 | 106 · IR 15 2518 | 2518 · R L4 23250 | 23250 | 11:04 AM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 2:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
RE 9 4219 | 4219 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 716 | 716 · R L2 23428 | 23428 | 11:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 2:55 PM Annecy | 3 transfers | |
RE 9 4219 | 4219 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 716 | 716 · R L2 23428 | 23428 | 11:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 2:51 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 3 transfers | |
RE 9 4219 | 4219 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 1 716 | 716 · R L2 23428 | 23428 | 11:33 AM Interlaken West | 3h22 | 2:55 PM Annecy | 3 transfers | |
IC 81 819 | 819 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R L4 23254 | 23254 | 11:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 3:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 819 | 819 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R L4 23254 | 23254 | 11:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 3:21 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 819 | 819 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 · R L4 23254 | 23254 | 12:04 PM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 3:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 620 | 620 · IC 1 718 | 718 · R L2 23430 | 23430 | 12:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 3:55 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 620 | 620 · IC 1 718 | 718 · R L2 23430 | 23430 | 12:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 3:51 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 620 | 620 · IC 1 718 | 718 · R L2 23430 | 23430 | 12:34 PM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 3:55 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 972 | 972 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 · R L4 23258 | 23258 | 12:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 4:21 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 972 | 972 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 · R L4 23258 | 23258 | 12:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 4:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 972 | 972 · IR 15 2522 | 2522 · R L4 23258 | 23258 | 1:04 PM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 4:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
RE 9 4223 | 4223 · IC 6 622 | 622 · IC 1 720 | 720 · R L2 23432 | 23432 | 1:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 4:51 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 3 transfers | |
RE 9 4223 | 4223 · IC 6 622 | 622 · IC 1 720 | 720 · R L2 23432 | 23432 | 1:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 4:55 PM Annecy | 3 transfers | |
RE 9 4223 | 4223 · IC 6 622 | 622 · IC 1 720 | 720 · R L2 23432 | 23432 | 1:32 PM Interlaken West | 3h23 | 4:55 PM Annecy | 3 transfers | |
IC 81 823 | 823 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R L4 23262 | 23262 | 1:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 5:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 823 | 823 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R L4 23262 | 23262 | 1:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 5:21 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 823 | 823 · IR 15 2524 | 2524 · R L4 23262 | 23262 | 2:04 PM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 5:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 624 | 624 · IC 1 722 | 722 · R L2 23434 | 23434 | 2:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 5:51 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 624 | 624 · IC 1 722 | 722 · R L2 23434 | 23434 | 2:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 5:55 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 12 | |||||
IC 81 811 | 811 · IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R L4 23238 | 23238 | 8:04 AM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 11:25 AM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · R L4 23240 | 23240 | 8:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 11:51 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · R L4 23240 | 23240 | 8:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 11:55 AM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 612 | 612 · IC 1 710 | 710 · R L4 23240 | 23240 | 8:34 AM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 11:55 AM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L4 23242 | 23242 | 8:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 12:21 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L4 23242 | 23242 | 8:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 12:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 964 | 964 · IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L4 23242 | 23242 | 9:04 AM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 12:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 712 | 712 · R L2 23424 | 23424 | 9:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 12:55 PM Annecy | 3 transfers | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 712 | 712 · R L2 23424 | 23424 | 9:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 12:51 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 3 transfers | |
RE 9 4215 | 4215 · EC 60 | 60 · IC 1 712 | 712 · R L2 23424 | 23424 | 9:33 AM Interlaken West | 3h22 | 12:55 PM Annecy | 3 transfers | |
IC 81 815 | 815 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R L4 23246 | 23246 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 1:21 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 815 | 815 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R L4 23246 | 23246 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 1:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 81 815 | 815 · IR 15 2516 | 2516 · R L4 23246 | 23246 | 10:04 AM Interlaken West | 3h21 | 1:25 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 714 | 714 · R L4 23248 | 23248 | 10:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h22 | 1:51 PM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 2 transfers | |
IC 61 616 | 616 · IC 1 714 | 714 · R L4 23248 | 23248 | 10:29 AM Interlaken Ost | 3h26 | 1:55 PM Annecy | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Interlaken to Annecy run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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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Gare d'Annecy -> Gare d'Annecy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Interlaken to Annecy 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Interlaken to Annecy trains use the Interlaken West to Lancy, Bachet-de-Pesay station pair. Use this guide to compare Interlaken and Annecy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Interlaken Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Des Alpes
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken Ost. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Interlaken Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Interlaken Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken Ost: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken Ost: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage, Hotel Du Nord.
Interlaken West is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:
Interlaken West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Bären
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Interlaken West. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Interlaken West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Interlaken West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Interlaken West: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken West: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Hotel Krebs Interlaken, Hotel Bellevue.
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