How to travel from Annemasse to Lyon

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Compare train and bus for Annemasse to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Annemasse to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. 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 $17, while a train costs an average of $37.

Distance: 73 miles (118 km)

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$37

Average price

$17

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$54

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2h 31m

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2h 1m

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30m

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2h 54m

Average total duration

2h 24m

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1h 53m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Annemasse to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $17.

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

A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annemasse to Lyon costing on average $37.

The fastest way to travel from Annemasse to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 31m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Annemasse and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Annemasse to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $37 compared to roughly $54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17. The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 53m 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.

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from Annemasse to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50984
    3:20 PM2h40
    Annemasse, Place Martin Luther King
    6:00 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus50984
    3:20 PM2h40
    Annemasse, Place Martin Luther King
    6:00 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • TER884562 · 96562
    11:12 AM2h14
    Annemasse station
    1:26 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TER884558 · 96558
    9:06 AM2h16
    Annemasse station
    11:22 AMLyon Part Dieu
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER884566 · 96566
    1:05 PM2h17
    Annemasse station
    3:22 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • TER884574 · 96574
    5:05 PM2h17
    Annemasse station
    7:22 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:40 PM2h50
    Annemasse, Jean Monnet P+R
    8:30 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:30 AM3h15
    Annemasse, Jean Monnet P+R
    1:45 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50982
    8:35 AM2h35
    Annemasse, Place Martin Luther King
    11:10 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Annemasse 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 Annemasse to Lyon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Annemasse and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Annemasse to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $21.

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

A bus is $20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Annemasse to Lyon costing on average $42.

The fastest way to travel from Annemasse to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 2h 31m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 25m.

The distance from Annemasse to Lyon is approximately 73 miles (118 km).
The average frequency per day from Annemasse to Lyon is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Annemasse 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 Annemasse to Lyon:
  • Trains mostly depart from Annemasse station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Annemasse, Place Martin Luther King 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 Annemasse to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV Lyria, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Annemasse to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Omio customers who travel from Annemasse 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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