What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy is to bus which costs €40 - €60 and takes 7h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy?

The fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Maggiore and Annecy?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Maggiore to Annecy station. However, there are services departing from Stresa - Imbarcadero and arriving at Annecy - Bus Station via Milan and Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Maggiore and Annecy?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Maggiore to Annecy. However, there are services departing from Stresa and arriving at Annecy via Genève and Annemasse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Lake Maggiore to Annecy?

The distance between Lake Maggiore and Annecy is 325 km. The road distance is 299.3 km.

How do I travel from Lake Maggiore to Annecy without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 48m and costs €60 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Maggiore to Annecy bus from?

Lake Maggiore to Annecy bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., depart from Stresa - Imbarcadero station.

Where do I catch the Lake Maggiore to Annecy train from?

Lake Maggiore to Annecy train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Stresa station.

Train or bus from Lake Maggiore to Annecy?

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €140 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Annecy bus arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Annecy bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., arrive at Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 station.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Annecy train arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Annecy train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Geneve station.

Can I drive from Lake Maggiore to Annecy?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Maggiore to Annecy is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Lake Maggiore to Annecy.

Where can I stay near Annecy?

There are 3258+ hotels available in Annecy.

Lake Maggiore to Annecy - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Lake Maggiore to Annecy by train, bus, car, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Stresa to Genevetrain Ec
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Annecybus FlixBus 739 / ...
5h 48m
€63–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stresa - Imbarcadero to Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1bus 35
2. Take the bus from Milan to Chamonixbus
3. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
7h 34m
€41–58
Drive 299.3 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Annecycar 299.3 km
3h 50m
€49–70
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
3. Take the bus from Aéroport to Galbertbus
6h 26m
€161–443
Train
1. Take the train from Stresa to Genevetrain Ec
2. Take the train from Annemasse to Annecytrain Ter
6h 53m
€74–137
Train, bus via Lausanne
1. Take the train from Locarno to Lausannetrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Lancy-Pont-Rougetrain
3. Take the bus from Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R to Galbertbus 272
7h 25m
€136–199
Train, bus via Locarno FART
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Genèvetrain Ec
3. Take the bus from Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R to Galbertbus 272
7h 25m
€78–150
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Varese to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane MXP - LYS
3. Take the bus from Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop to Annecy - Bus Stationbus
6h 26m
€75–239

Lake Maggiore to Annecy by bus, train, and foot

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5h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 324.6 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Lake Maggiore, Italy and Annecy, France?

You can take a bus from Stresa - Imbarcadero to Annecy - Bus Station via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, Milan, and Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stresa - Imbarcadero to Annecy via Stresa - Stazione Ferroviaria, Stresa, Genève, and Annemasse in around 6h 53m.

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