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Musée de la Ville
Town museum inside the old city, presenting Briançon's history, mountain life, and the story of its fortifications.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Briançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £49, and a coach costs an average of £58.
Distance: 119 km
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£105 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Briançon coaches for today, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:30 Annecy | 1h20 | 15:50 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Annecy | 1h20 | 16:20 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:20 Annecy | 1h20 | 16:40 Briançon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Annecy to Briançon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £49 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:06, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 16h 22m.
Distance 119 km |
Average bus duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 16h 22m |
First bus 6:06 |
Last bus 20:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Briançon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Briançon trip today.
Town museum inside the old city, presenting Briançon's history, mountain life, and the story of its fortifications.
Interpretive visit space within Briançon's fortified heritage, explaining military engineering and urban development of the site.
Contemporary art centre with changing exhibitions in a historic military setting, blending heritage and current artistic work.
Briançon's historic upper town of ramparts, steep lanes, colourful houses, and landmark churches; ideal for walking and views.
Promenade beside the fortified walls, valued for panoramic views and an accessible way to appreciate the military landscape.
Main square in the old town, lined with historic buildings and a practical stop for exploring the fortified centre on foot.
A hearty Alpine gratin of potatoes, onions and Tomme cheese from the Hautes-Alpes, baked until golden; a classic mountain comfort dish.
Traditional potato gratin from nearby Gap and Briançon, layered with cream, garlic and local cheese; simple, rich and typical of the region.
Melted Alpine cheese served with charcuterie, potatoes and pickles. Common in mountain restaurants around Briançon and central to winter dining.
Cosy restaurant focused on French and Alpine cooking, suitable for a relaxed dinner with regional wines and seasonal dishes.
Traditional mountain restaurant serving Savoyard and Alpine specialities in a warm chalet-style setting near the old town.
Well-known casual address for pizzas, grills and regional dishes, with a lively atmosphere convenient for central Briançon.
Moderate for the French Alps: lodging can be pricey in ski season, but everyday dining and local transport are manageable versus larger resort towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Gare de Briançon -> Place de l'Europe, Briançon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy to Briançon by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Briançon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Annecy to Briançon buses use the Annecy, Gare Routière to Briançon, Gare SNCF station pair. Use this guide to compare Annecy and Briançon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Annecy, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistro du Routier (0.2 km), La Table d'Annecy (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for easy access to cash.
Ticket office support is available at Annecy, Gare Routière.
Available at Annecy, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Annecy, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Briançon, Gare SNCF is 1 km from Briançon city centre. Public transport options include:
Briançon, Gare SNCF has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Briançon, Gare SNCF. ATMs are available at Briançon, Gare SNCF.
Ticket office support is available at Briançon, Gare SNCF.
Available at Briançon, Gare SNCF: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Briançon, Gare SNCF: Wheelchair accessible ramps in place.
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