The cheapest and fastest buses from Nice to Annecy
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Annecy will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 11 buses that leave Nice for Annecy on Mon, Feb 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 09 the direct buses cover the 261 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Mon, Feb 09 the slowest buses will take 10 h 45 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.
50881 · 50985
5866 · 51661
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FlixBus · FlixBus
50881 · 50985Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Nice to Annecy
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €61.
Distance: 261 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price | €80 Average price |
8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Annecy bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Annecy buses for today, Sunday, February 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h10 | 6:30 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
50881 · 50985 | 9:15 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 10h45 | 8:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 12h05 | 5:25 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
4704 · 51040 | 5:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 12h40 | 6:10 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 12h50 | 8:55 AM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 12h30 | 3:00 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
4731 · 50847 | 3:10 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 11h30 | 2:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
5866 · 51661 | 6:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 11h45 | 5:45 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 11h25 | 5:40 PM Annecy, Gare Routière | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Annecy
Buses from Nice to Annecy run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 261 km distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 261 km |
Average bus duration 8h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Nice to AnnecyYou can travel by bus between Nice to Annecy with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nice to Annecy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nice to Annecy
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
- 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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