4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Annecy
Cheapest price on Sep 06
€92
Average ticket price on Sep 06
€118
Fastest journey on Sep 06
6 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
7 h 20 m
Trains on Sep 06
8
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Annecy will cost around €118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €92.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Annecy without transferring at least once.
96110+
9877+179828:43 AM7h24Basel St. Johann4:07 PMAnnecy station€921One-way2 transfers- 96218+9877+179829:21 AM6h46Basel SBB4:07 PMAnnecy station€931One-way2 transfers
9222+69512:34 PM7h58Basel SBB10:32 PMAnnecy station€981One-way1 transfer- 96121+9222+69511:45 PM8h47Basel St. Johann10:32 PMAnnecy station€1011One-way2 transfers
- 96116+12177+1799412:43 PM8h24Basel St. Johann9:07 PMAnnecy station€1011One-way2 transfers
- 9222+12177+179942:34 PM6h33Basel SBB9:07 PMAnnecy station€1221One-way2 transfers
- 96218+9877+179829:21 AM6h46Basel SBB4:07 PMAnnecy station€931One-way2 transfers
- 96110+9877+179828:43 AM7h24Basel St. Johann4:07 PMAnnecy station€921One-way2 transfers
- 9222+69512:34 PM7h58Basel SBB10:32 PMAnnecy station€981One-way1 transfer
- 9206+69418:34 AM7h59Basel SBB4:33 PMAnnecy station€1061One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Basel to Annecy
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Basel to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, while a flight costs an average of €191.
Distance: 215 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€92 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €191 Average price | €104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 27m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Annecy:
A bus is €58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Annecy costing on average €92.
A bus is €156 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Annecy costing on average €191.
Other travel options to Annecy take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Flight takes on average 11h 27m.
Live departures
Basel to Annecy train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Annecy trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9206+6941 | On time 8:34 AM Basel SBB | 7h59 | 4:33 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
| 96110+12179+17982 | On time 8:43 AM Basel St. Johann | 7h24 | 4:07 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| 96218+12179+17982 | On time 9:21 AM Basel SBB | 6h46 | 4:07 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| 9210+9255+17582 | On time 10:34 AM Basel SBB | 8h41 | 7:15 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| 96116+5537+17994 | 12:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 8h17 | 9:00 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| 96116+12177+17994 | 12:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 8h17 | 9:00 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| 96121+9222+6951 | 1:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 8h47 | 10:32 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| 9222+5537+17994 | 2:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h26 | 9:00 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| 96122+12180+17996 | 3:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 7h18 | 11:01 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
| 96262+12180+17996 | 4:21 PM Basel SBB | 6h40 | 11:01 PM Annecy station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Annecy
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel to Annecy run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €54 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €54 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Basel to Annecy trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Basel and Annecy from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Annecy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Annecy
Most Basel to Annecy trains use the Basel SBB to Annecy station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Annecy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Annecy leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann train station facilities and services
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Annecy station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Annecy from Annecy city centre
Annecy 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Freti, L'Etage
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Annecy. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Annecy. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Annecy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Annecy: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Annecy: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre, Best Western Hotel International Annecy, Hotel des Alpes.
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