The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Annecy
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€51
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Annecy will cost around €51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
It's difficult to get from Bern to Annecy without transferring at least once.
IC 1 710 | 710 · R L1 23316 | 233169:34 AM2h02Bern Hauptbahnhof11:36 AMLancy-Pont-Rouge€411One-way1 transfer
IC 1 710 | 710 · R L1 23316 | 233169:34 AM2h06Bern Hauptbahnhof11:40 AMAnnecy€411One-way1 transfer
IC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 234608:34 AM2h02Bern Hauptbahnhof10:36 AMLancy-Pont-Rouge€421One-way1 transfer
IC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 234608:34 AM2h06Bern Hauptbahnhof10:40 AMAnnecy€421One-way1 transfer
IC 1 710 | 710 · R L5 23040 | 230409:34 AM2h33Bern Hauptbahnhof12:07 PMLa Plaine€451One-way1 transfer
IC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 234608:34 AM2h02Bern Hauptbahnhof10:36 AMLancy-Pont-Rouge€421One-way1 transfer
IC 1 710 | 710 · R L1 23316 | 233169:34 AM2h02Bern Hauptbahnhof11:36 AMLancy-Pont-Rouge€411One-way1 transfer
IC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 234608:34 AM2h06Bern Hauptbahnhof10:40 AMAnnecy€421One-way1 transfer
IC 1 710 | 710 · R L1 23316 | 233169:34 AM2h06Bern Hauptbahnhof11:40 AMAnnecy€411One-way1 transfer
IR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · R L4 23138 | 231388:53 AM2h13Bern Hauptbahnhof11:06 AMLancy-Pont-Rouge€471One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bern to Annecy
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bern to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 155 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€45 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bern to Annecy train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Annecy trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 15 2510 | 2510 · R L5 23034 | 23034 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h33 | 10:37 AM La Plaine | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2510 | 2510 · TER 23234 | 23234 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h21 | 10:25 AM Annecy | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2510 | 2510 · TER 23234 | 23234 | 8:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 10:21 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 708 | 708 · R L5 23036 | 23036 | 8:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h33 | 11:07 AM La Plaine | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 23460 | 8:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 10:36 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 23460 | 8:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h06 | 10:40 AM Annecy | 1 transfer | |
IR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · R L4 23138 | 23138 | 8:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h13 | 11:06 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 3 transfers | |
IR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · R L4 23138 | 23138 | 8:53 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 11:10 AM Annecy | 3 transfers | |
IR 15 2512 | 2512 · R L5 23038 | 23038 | 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h33 | 11:37 AM La Plaine | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2512 | 2512 · TER 23238 | 23238 | 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h17 | 11:21 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2512 | 2512 · TER 23238 | 23238 | 9:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h21 | 11:25 AM Annecy | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · R L1 23316 | 23316 | 9:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h06 | 11:40 AM Annecy | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · R L5 23040 | 23040 | 9:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h33 | 12:07 PM La Plaine | 1 transfer | |
IC 1 710 | 710 · R L1 23316 | 23316 | 9:34 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h02 | 11:36 AM Lancy-Pont-Rouge | 1 transfer | |
IR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L5 23042 | 23042 | 10:04 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 2h30 | 12:34 PM La Plaine | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Annecy
Trains from Bern to Annecy run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 3:18 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SBB from Bern to Annecy trainsSBB trains will get you between Bern and Annecy from €12. 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 Bern to Annecy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern 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 Bern to Annecy
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
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