What is the cheapest way to get from Annecy to Lucerne?

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Annecy to Lucerne?

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Lucerne is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct bus from Annecy to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof via Basel, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Annecy and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Annecy to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Luzern via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Annecy to Lucerne?

The distance between Annecy and Lucerne is 337 km. The road distance is 279.1 km.

How do I travel from Annecy to Lucerne without a car?

The best way to get from Annecy to Lucerne without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 150.

How long does it take to get from Annecy to Lucerne?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Annecy to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Lucerne bus from?

Annecy to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Annecy station.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Lucerne train from?

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

Train or bus from Annecy to Lucerne?

The best way to get from Annecy to Lucerne is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 43m.

Where does the Annecy to Lucerne bus arrive?

Annecy to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Where does the Annecy to Lucerne train arrive?

Annecy to Lucerne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Geneve station.

Can I drive from Annecy to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Lucerne is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Annecy to Lucerne.

How do I get a train ticket from Annecy to Lucerne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Annecy to Lucerne?

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Where can I stay near Lucerne?

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There are 4 ways to get from Annecy to Lucerne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Annecy to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Genève to Luzerntrain Ir15 / ...
5h 20m
CHF 92–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Annecy to Basel SBBbus FlixBus N872
2. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
7h 43m
CHF 28–42
Drive 279.1 km
1. Drive from Annecy to Lucernecar 279.1 km
3h 35m
CHF 54–78
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Eglise des Fins to Aéroportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
4h 12m
CHF 126–363

Annecy to Lucerne by train

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Distance: 336.7 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Annecy, France and Lucerne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Annecy to Luzern via Genève in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Annecy to Luzern, Bahnhof via Basel SBB and Basel, Bahnhof in around 7h 43m.

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