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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
$116
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
4 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
It's difficult to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy without transferring at least once.
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18513 · 17574Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 270 miles (436 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$93 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $153 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy:
A bus is $42 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy costing on average $93 (€93).
A bus is $103 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy costing on average $155 (€155).
Other travel options to Annecy take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 0m.
Bus takes on average 7h 29m.
The journey is about 1h 33m faster (4h 0m by train vs 5h 33m by car) and roughly $60 (€60) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($93 (€93) vs $153 (€153)). 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.
Direct services run with Trenitalia.
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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy trains for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9830+ 17990 · 17584 | On time 2:58 PM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 5h17 | 8:15 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
5120+ 17994 | On time 4:18 PM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 4h42 | 9:00 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
5135+ 17996 | 5:58 PM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 5h03 | 11:01 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 25 | |||||
12510+ 18533 · 17570 | 8:27 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 4h48 | 1:15 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
12510+ 17978 | 8:27 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 5h40 | 2:07 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
9812+ 18513 · 17574 | 9:57 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 5h18 | 3:15 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
9812+ 17982 | 9:57 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 6h10 | 4:07 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
9826+ 17580 | 11:58 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 6h17 | 6:15 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
12526+ 18517 · 17578 | 11:58 AM Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV | 5h17 | 5:15 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€27) but you can travel from only $23 (€23) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (436 km) distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 270 miles (436 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€27) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 6:57 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Annecy trains use the Paris Gare de Lyon to Annecy station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Annecy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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