- 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
€82
Average price
€104
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Le Havre to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Havre to Annecy will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €82.
Of the 3 trains that leave Le Havre for Annecy on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 601 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 58 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 Le Havre to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €39.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€104 Average price | €69 Average price Cheapest | €412 Average price | €200 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 3m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Le Havre to Annecy:
A bus is €35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Havre to Annecy costing on average €104.
A bus is €343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Le Havre to Annecy costing on average €412.
Other travel options to Annecy take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 3m.
Bus takes on average 9h 20m.
The journey is about 1h 8m faster (6h 18m by train vs 7h 26m by car) and roughly €96 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€104 vs €200). 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 Le Havre to Annecy trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:09 AM Le Havre | 7h58 | 3:07 PM Annecy | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:09 PM Le Havre | 7h27 | 7:36 PM Annecy | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:56 PM Le Havre | 7h05 | 10:01 PM Annecy | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Le Havre to Annecy run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €69 but you can travel from only €39 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:29, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average train duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €69 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 5:29 AM |
Last train 5:00 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.
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 Le Havre 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 Le Havre to Annecy trains use the Le Havre to Annecy station pair. Use this guide to compare Le Havre and Annecy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Le Havre is 1 km from Le Havre city centre. Public transport options include:
Le Havre 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 Les Enfants Sages, La Taverne Paillette
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Le Havre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Le Havre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Le Havre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Le Havre: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Havre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Spa Vent d'Ouest, Novotel Le Havre Centre Gare, Ibis Le Havre Centre.
Annecy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Freti, L'Etage
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Annecy. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Annecy. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Annecy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Annecy: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Annecy: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre, Best Western Hotel International Annecy, Hotel des Alpes.
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