There are 6 ways to get from Annecy to Monaco by train, bus, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 7h 30m
Cheapest option
Bus • 10h 22m
4 alternative options
Train via Saint-Marcel-lès-Valence • 8h 31m
Drive • 5h 15m
Bus to Lyon, fly • 4h 30m
Fly from Geneva, train • 5h 20m
Annecy to Monaco by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Monaco is to bus which costs €45 - €65 and takes 10h 22m.
The fastest way to get from Annecy to Monaco is to bus and fly which takes 4h 30m and costs €75 - €300.
No, there is no direct bus from Annecy to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Villa paloma via Aéroport Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.
No, there is no direct train from Annecy to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Monaco Monte Carlo via Lyon Part Dieu and Nice Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.
The distance between Annecy and Monaco is 717 km. The road distance is 514.3 km.
The best way to get from Annecy to Monaco without a car is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs .
It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Annecy to Monaco, including transfers.
Annecy to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Annecy station.
Annecy to Monaco train services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Annecy station.
The best way to get from Annecy to Monaco is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €65 and takes 10h 22m.
- Distance: 716.9 km
- Duration: 7h 30m
What companies run services between Annecy, France and Monaco?
You can take a train from Annecy to Monaco via Lyon Part Dieu, Nice-Ville, and Nice Ville in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Annecy to Nice Airport twice daily. Tickets cost €45 - €65 and the journey takes 9h 15m.
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Geneva to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €190
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Lyon to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €110 - €470
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Geneva to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €310
Train from Annecy to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 59m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Nice-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 22m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Annecy to Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Valence TGV Rhône-Alpes Sud to Nice-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 4m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 49m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €80 - €120
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €80 - €110
- 1st Class
- €90 - €120
Train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 52m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €65 - €100
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €65 - €85
- 1st Class
- €75 - €100
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 28m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €75 - €170
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €75 - €110
- Rail 1st Class
- €110 - €170
Train from Nice St Augustin to Monaco Monte Carlo
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €3 - €8
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €3 - €6
- Rail 1st Class
- €5 - €8
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Annecy to Nice Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Annecy to Lyon Saint Exupéry Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €11 - €17
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Annecy to Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €13 - €19
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
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Annecy to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nice Airport station.
Annecy to Monaco train services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Nice-Ville station.
Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Monaco is 514 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Annecy to Monaco.
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