How to travel from Annecy to Lyon

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Compare train and bus for Annecy to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €33.

Distance: 62 miles (100 km)

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2h 31m

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Compare ways to travel from Annecy to Lyon

Compare the available ways to get from Annecy to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Annecy to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €14.

This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Lyon:

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Lyon costing on average €33.

The fastest way to travel from Annecy to Lyon is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Annecy and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Annecy to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €14 compared to roughly €41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €27. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Annecy to Lyon

How to get from Annecy to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Annecy to Lyon is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus85000
    1:15 PM2h00
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    3:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    €91One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus85000
    1:15 PM2h00
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    3:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    €91One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:15 PM1h35
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    3:50 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    €161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER17940
    5:59 AM1h53
    Annecy station
    7:52 AMLyon Part Dieu
    €341One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER17954
    1:53 PM1h59
    Annecy station
    3:52 PMLyon Part Dieu
    €341One-way
    0 transfers
  • TER17942
    6:53 AM1h59
    Annecy station
    8:52 AMLyon Part Dieu
    €341One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus7664
    12:15 PM2h00
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    2:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    €101One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:05 PM1h50
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    3:55 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    €111One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50220
    11:15 AM1h40
    Annecy, Gare Routière
    12:55 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    €121One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Annecy to Lyon

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Annecy to Lyon there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 58,04% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Annecy to Lyon. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Annecy to Lyon

Travel to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Annecy to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Annecy and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Annecy to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €14.

This is compared to other travel options from Annecy to Lyon:

A bus is €19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annecy to Lyon costing on average €33.

The fastest way to travel from Annecy to Lyon is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 31m.

The distance from Annecy to Lyon is approximately 62 miles (100 km).
The average frequency per day from Annecy to Lyon is:
  • Around 24 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Annecy and Lyon as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Annecy to Lyon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Annecy station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Annecy, Gare Routière and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Annecy to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Lyon by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar to go to Lyon by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Annecy to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
  • 24 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar.
Omio customers who travel from Annecy to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lyon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.
For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.

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