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

The cheapest way to get from Besançon to Annecy is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Besançon to Annecy is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Besançon and Annecy?

No, there is no direct bus from Besançon to Annecy. However, there are services departing from PEM Viotte and arriving at Galbert via Pontarlier - Bus station and Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Besançon and Annecy?

No, there is no direct train from Besançon to Annecy. However, there are services departing from Besancon Viotte and arriving at Annecy via Amberieu En Bugey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Besançon to Annecy?

The distance between Besançon and Annecy is 297 km. The road distance is 191.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Besançon to Annecy without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Besançon to Annecy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Besançon to Annecy bus from?

Besançon to Annecy bus services, operated by Mobigo - Doubs, depart from PEM Viotte station.

Where do I catch the Besançon to Annecy train from?

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

Train or bus from Besançon to Annecy?

The best way to get from Besançon to Annecy is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €45 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Besançon to Annecy bus arrive?

Besançon to Annecy bus services, operated by Mobigo - Doubs, arrive at PEM Gare station.

Where does the Besançon to Annecy train arrive?

Besançon to Annecy train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Amberieu En Bugey station.

Can I drive from Besançon to Annecy?

Yes, the driving distance between Besançon to Annecy is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Besançon to Annecy.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Annecy?

There are 3314+ hotels available in Annecy.

Can I share a ride from Besançon to Annecy?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Besançon and Annecy. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Besançon to Annecy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Besançon to Annecy by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Amberieu En Bugeytrain Ter
2. Take the train from Amberieu En Bugey to Annecytrain Ter
4h 43m
€48–100
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Besançon to Annecyrideshare 192.7 km
3h 11m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM Garebus 203 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R to Galbertbus 272
6h 30m
€37–61
Drive 191.8 km
1. Drive from Besançon to Annecycar 191.8 km
2h 48m
€30–43

Besançon to Annecy by train

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Distance: 296.5 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Besançon, France and Annecy, France?

You can take a train from Besancon Viotte to Annecy via Amberieu En Bugey in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from PEM Viotte to Galbert via Pontarlier - Bus station, Geneva - Bus Station, Genève, gare Cornavin, Lancy-Pont-Rouge, gare/Etoile, and Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R in around 6h 30m.

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