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Palais de l'Île
Historic monument and local history museum set in Annecy's iconic island palace in the Thiou canal. A compact, atmospheric stop that explains the city's heritage.
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 57 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille-Europe 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 Lille-Europe to Annecy station will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
It's difficult to get from Lille-Europe to Annecy station without transferring at least once.
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17976
9836+
17996
7226 · 6951
12526+
18517 · 17578
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18533 · 17570
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17988 · 17582
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18533 · 17570
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17996
12526+
18517 · 17578
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17976Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lille-Europe to Annecy station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $80.
Distance: 356 miles (573 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$163 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $252 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 37m Average total duration Fastest 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 59m Average total duration 12h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille-Europe to Annecy station:
A bus is $94 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille-Europe to Annecy station costing on average $163 (€132).
Other travel options to Annecy station take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 29m.
The journey is about 1h 22m faster (6h 7m by train vs 7h 29m by car) and roughly $89 (€72) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($163 (€132) vs $252 (€204)). 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 Lille-Europe to Annecy station trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5102+ 17976 | 5:46 AM Lille-Europe | 6h21 | 12:07 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
9810+ 18533 · 17570 | 7:22 AM Lille-Europe | 5h53 | 1:15 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
9810+ 17978 | 7:22 AM Lille-Europe | 6h45 | 2:07 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
12526+ 18517 · 17578 | 11:01 AM Lille-Europe | 6h14 | 5:15 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
9830+ 17988 · 17582 | 1:54 PM Lille-Europe | 5h21 | 7:15 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
7226 · 6951 | 4:00 PM Lille-Europe | 6h33 | 10:33 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
9836+ 17996 | 5:01 PM Lille-Europe | 5h56 | 10:57 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lille-Europe to Annecy station run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) but you can travel from only $43 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 17:52. The fastest train covers the 356 miles (573 km) distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 356 miles (573 km) |
Average train duration 6h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 5:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Historic monument and local history museum set in Annecy's iconic island palace in the Thiou canal. A compact, atmospheric stop that explains the city's heritage.
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The main lakefront walking area offers wide views of the water and mountains. It is ideal for a scenic stroll and has become especially popular for social-media photography.
Large open esplanade between the city and the lake, popular for walking, picnics, and mountain views. One of Annecy's best-known public spaces.
A classic Alpine fondue of melted local cheeses such as Beaufort, Comté, and Emmental, served with bread for dipping. It is one of the most iconic specialties of Savoie around Annecy.
Melted raclette cheese scraped over potatoes and typically served with pickles and charcuterie. In Annecy and the wider Savoy region, it is a beloved mountain meal, especially in colder months.
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Prices are above average for France, especially in summer and around the old town. Dining and hotels cost more than in many mid-sized French cities.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up taxis; small tips are optional in cafés.
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