What is the cheapest way to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace?

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace is to drive which costs €15 - €22 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace?

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Mer de Glace?

No, there is no direct bus from Annecy station to Mer de Glace. However, there are services departing from Annecy - Bus Station and arriving at Gare Sncf via Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Annecy and Mer de Glace?

No, there is no direct train from Annecy to Mer de Glace. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Montenvers - Mer de Glace via La Roche-sur-Foron, Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains and Chamonix Montenvers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Annecy to Mer de Glace?

The distance between Annecy and Mer de Glace is 110 km. The road distance is 96.9 km.

How do I travel from Annecy to Mer de Glace without a car?

The best way to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Mer de Glace bus from?

Annecy to Mer de Glace bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Annecy - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Mer de Glace train from?

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

Train or bus from Annecy to Mer de Glace?

The best way to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Annecy to Mer de Glace bus arrive?

Annecy to Mer de Glace bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where does the Annecy to Mer de Glace train arrive?

Annecy to Mer de Glace train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at La Roche-sur-Foron station.

Can I drive from Annecy to Mer de Glace?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Mer de Glace is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Annecy to Mer de Glace.

Where can I stay near Mer de Glace?

There are 6139+ hotels available in Mer de Glace.

Annecy to Mer de Glace - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Annecy to Mer de Glace by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 25m
€39–46
Drive 96.9 km
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1. Drive from Annecy to Mer de Glacecar 96.9 km
1h 9m
€15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Annecy to La Roche-sur-Forontrain Ter
2. Take the train from La Roche-sur-Foron to St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayettrain Ter
3. Take the train from Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains to Chamonix-Mont-Blanctrain Ter
3h 47m
€49–66

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Distance: 109.7 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Annecy, France and Mer de Glace, France?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) hourly. Tickets cost €8–16 and the journey takes 1h 30m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Annecy to Mer de Glace via La Roche-sur-Foron, St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet, Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Chamonix Montenvers, and Montenvers - Mer de Glace in around 3h 47m.

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