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Musée-Château d'Annecy
Main city museum inside Annecy Castle, covering local history, mountain culture, medieval art and temporary exhibitions in a dramatic hilltop setting.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 39 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (40m by bus vs 41m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Annecy coaches for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:25 Saint-Genis-Pouilly | 0h50 | 12:15 Annecy | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Saint-Genis-Pouilly | 0h50 | 17:50 Annecy | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:00 Saint-Genis-Pouilly | 0h50 | 18:50 Annecy | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Annecy run on average 10 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:50, the last at 20:45. The fastest coach covers the 39 km distance in 50m.
Distance 39 km |
Average bus duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 5:50 |
Last bus 20:45 |
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Discover the best of Annecy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Annecy trip today.
Main city museum inside Annecy Castle, covering local history, mountain culture, medieval art and temporary exhibitions in a dramatic hilltop setting.
Historic monument and museum in the canals, presenting architecture and the civic history of Annecy in one of the town’s most recognisable buildings.
Contemporary art centre in a converted house, showing changing exhibitions by modern and contemporary artists close to the lake and old town.
Annecy’s old town is a maze of canals, arcades and pastel façades, ideal for wandering, photography and discovering the city’s medieval character.
Long promenade and green esplanade beside the lake, popular for walking, cycling and open views across the water towards the surrounding peaks.
Lakeside public gardens with broad lawns, mature trees, statues and mountain views, perfect for a relaxed stroll near the centre.
Savoyard gratin of potatoes, lardons, onions and Reblochon cheese. A mountain classic closely associated with Haute-Savoie and winter meals.
Baked half-wheel of Reblochon melted until gooey, usually eaten with potatoes, charcuterie and pickles. A signature Alpine sharing dish.
Fondue made with local Alpine cheeses such as Beaufort, Abondance and Emmental, often with white wine. A staple of Savoyard convivial dining.
Casual crêperie in Annecy’s old town specialising in savoury galettes and sweet crêpes, ideal for a relaxed regional meal.
Traditional Savoyard restaurant near the old town, known for fondue, raclette and tartiflette in a cosy Alpine setting.
Established lakeside and old-town favourite serving Savoyard specialities, grilled meats and regional dishes in a warm chalet-style room.
Annecy is pricier than many French towns, with higher hotel and dining costs in peak season, though local buses and casual meals remain fairly manageable.
Service is included in restaurant bills in France. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service; round up for taxis, and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Annecy Gare Routière -> Gare d’Annecy
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Annecy 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 Annecy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Annecy buses use the Genève, Aéroport to Annecy, Gare Routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Genis-Pouilly and Annecy 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.
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