The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Annecy
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 11 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Annecy will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 27 buses that leave Lyon for Annecy on Sat, Nov 15, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.









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Compare train and bus for Lyon to Annecy
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 100 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Lyon to Annecy bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Annecy buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h35 | 5:35 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
85001 | 6:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h45 | 7:45 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h50 | 10:00 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h15 | 8:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h40 | 9:10 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
72404 | 8:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h25 | 10:25 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 10:30 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
80082 | 9:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 11:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h40 | 12:10 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50983 | 11:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h05 | 1:05 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h15 | 1:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h15 | 2:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
7661 | 1:40 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 3:50 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h50 | 3:50 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h20 | 5:15 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
51661 | 3:35 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 5:45 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h50 | 6:30 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h40 | 7:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50985 | 6:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h00 | 8:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
80011 | 7:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 2h10 | 9:10 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h40 | 9:05 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1h50 | 9:35 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Annecy
Buses from Lyon to Annecy run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 100 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 100 km |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 04:00 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Annecy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Annecy by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Annecy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Lyon, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Gare Perrache and Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. When arriving in Annecy, you can end your journey in coach stations like Annecy, Gare Routière and Annecy, Gare Routière.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Annecy, Gare Routière, located 0.3 miles (526 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Annecy
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistro du Routier (0.2 km)
- La Table d'Annecy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4 Train: TER
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