What is the cheapest way to get from Annecy to Loire Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Loire Valley is to bus which costs €90 - €140 and takes 13h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Annecy to Loire Valley?

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Loire Valley is to drive which takes 6h 12m and costs €90 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Annecy station to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Annecy - Bus Station and arriving at Saumur Nord -Vivy via Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Annecy and Loire Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Annecy to Loire Valley. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Saumur via Lyon Part Dieu and Massy TGV. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Annecy to Loire Valley?

The distance between Annecy and Loire Valley is 874 km. The road distance is 589.3 km.

How do I travel from Annecy to Loire Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Annecy to Loire Valley without a car is to train via Antony which takes 7h 35m and costs €150 - €310.

How long does it take to get from Annecy to Loire Valley?

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Annecy to Loire Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Loire Valley bus from?

Annecy to Loire Valley bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Annecy - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Loire Valley train from?

Annecy to Loire Valley train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Annecy station.

Train or bus from Annecy to Loire Valley?

The best way to get from Annecy to Loire Valley is to train via Antony which takes 7h 35m and costs €150 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus via Lyon, which costs €90 - €150 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Annecy to Loire Valley bus arrive?

Annecy to Loire Valley bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where does the Annecy to Loire Valley train arrive?

Annecy to Loire Valley train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Annecy to Loire Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Loire Valley is 589 km. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Annecy to Loire Valley.

Where can I stay near Loire Valley?

There are 878+ hotels available in Loire Valley.

Annecy to Loire Valley - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Annecy to Loire Valley by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Antony
best
1. Take the train from Annecy to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Massy Tgvtrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Massy TGV to Saumurtrain
7h 35m
€158–309
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Angers - Bus Station Esplanadebus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Gare Routière et SNCF to Gare routière Balzacbus 404 / ...
13h 8m
€91–140
Bus via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Saumur Nord -Vivybus 724
12h 13m
€92–141
Drive 589.3 km
1. Drive from Annecy to Loire Valleycar 589.3 km
6h 12m
€93–133
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane LYS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to Saumurtrain
6h 31m
€99–289
Train
1. Take the train from Annecy to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Saumurtrain Intercités / ...
8h 44m
€133–254
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Geneva - Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane GVA - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to Saumurtrain
7h 6m
€103–321
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport (RNS)plane LYS - RNS
3. Take the train from Rennes to Angers St Laudtrain
4. Take the train from Angers St Laud to Saumurtrain
8h 34m
€205–495
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Geneva - Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane GVA - CDG
3. Take the train from Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 to Massy - Palaiseautrain
4. Take the train from Massy TGV to Saumurtrain
7h 51m
€179–415

Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) flights

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 873.6 km
Duration: 7h 35m

What companies run services between Annecy, France and Loire Valley, France?

You can take a train from Annecy to Loire Valley via Lyon Part Dieu, Massy TGV, and Saumur in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Loire Valley via Lyon and Saumur Nord -Vivy in around 12h 13m.

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