The cheapest and fastest trains from Geneva to Annecy
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Annecy will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Annecy without transferring at least once.
96642 · 17578
96638 · 17978
96638 · 17978
96642 · 17578Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Geneva to Annecy
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 34 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€27 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Annecy train times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Annecy trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96638 · 17978 | On time 10:59 AM Geneva station | 2h08 | 1:07 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
96642 · 17578 | On time 1:59 PM Geneva station | 2h16 | 4:15 PM Annecy station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Geneva to Annecy
Trains from Geneva to Annecy run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 19:44 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Geneva to Annecy trainsSNCF TER, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Geneva and Annecy from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Geneva to Annecy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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 Geneva to Annecy
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue de Chevêne.
- Restaurant Le Freti
- L'Etage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre
- Best Western Hotel International Annecy
- Hotel des Alpes
- Located in the main hall
- 250 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional TER trains
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