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

The cheapest way to get from Annecy to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 18 - SFr 40 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Annecy to Zurich is to bus and fly which takes 3h 8m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 340.

Is there a direct bus between Annecy and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Annecy station to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Annecy - Bus Station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Geneva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Annecy and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Annecy to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Annecy and arriving at Zürich HB via Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Annecy to Zurich?

The distance between Annecy and Zurich is 344 km. The road distance is 317.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Annecy to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Annecy to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Annecy to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Annecy to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Annecy to Zurich?

The best way to get from Annecy to Zurich is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 40 and takes 6h.

Where does the Annecy to Zurich bus arrive?

Annecy to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Geneva - Bus Station.

Where does the Annecy to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Annecy to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Annecy to Zurich is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Annecy to Zurich.

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

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Annecy to Zurich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Annecy to Zurich 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 Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
5h 2m
CHF 102–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Zurich Bus Stationbus 144 / ...
6h
CHF 19–40
Drive 317.7 km
1. Drive from Annecy to Zurichcar 317.7 km
3h 18m
CHF 53–77
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Geneva - Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
3h 8m
CHF 107–336

Annecy to Zurich by train

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Distance: 344.1 km
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Annecy to Zürich HB via Genève in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Zurich Bus Station via Geneva in around 6h.

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