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Musée municipal de Brou
The city's principal museum inside the royal monastery, showing decorative arts and fine collections in an exceptional historic setting.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Bourg-en-Bresse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 77 km
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£25 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Bourg-en-Bresse trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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17948+ 30026 | 10:53 Annecy station | 2h52 | 13:45 Bourg-en-Bresse | 1 change | |
17954 · 889481 | 13:53 Annecy station | 3h19 | 17:12 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 1 change | |
17530 · 96614+ 9776 | 14:43 Annecy station | 3h06 | 17:49 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 2 changes | |
17958 · 895918 | 15:53 Annecy station | 2h24 | 18:17 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 1 change | |
17534 · 17960 · 895814 | 16:43 Annecy station | 2h34 | 19:17 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 2 changes | |
17538 · 17962 · 889489 | 17:43 Annecy station | 3h29 | 21:12 Bourg-en-Bresse station | 2 changes | |
17540 · 17964+ 30042 | 18:43 Annecy station | 3h12 | 21:55 Bourg-en-Bresse | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Annecy to Bourg-en-Bresse run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 5:17 |
Last train 22:12 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Bourg-en-Bresse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bourg-en-Bresse trip today.
The city's principal museum inside the royal monastery, showing decorative arts and fine collections in an exceptional historic setting.
Museum dedicated to local resistance and deportation history, offering a focused and moving introduction to regional wartime experiences.
Contemporary exhibition venue presenting changing art displays and cultural programming in a central urban setting.
A broad tree-lined promenade ideal for a gentle walk, with greenery, city views and easy access to nearby cultural sites.
A landscaped leisure park on the edge of town with paths, water features and open space popular for relaxed walks and outdoor time.
The city's main square, framed by shops and civic buildings, and a practical place to pause during a walk through the centre.
Bresse chicken with cream and morels, a classic from the Bresse area prized for its richly flavoured poultry and luxurious regional sauce.
Creamy sauce of Bresse cream and white wine, often served with chicken, fish or quenelles; it reflects the dairy-rich cooking of Bresse.
Soft pike dumplings in a creamy Nantua crayfish sauce, a regional speciality from nearby Nantua commonly found in Bourg-en-Bresse.
Refined dining venue in the Monastère Royal de Brou area, offering polished French cuisine in an elegant setting.
Traditional Bressan restaurant known for regional classics such as poultry in cream sauce, served in a warm, old-town setting.
Casual, well-regarded brasserie for French regional cooking, with a central location and a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Lyon or Paris, while local transport and everyday cafés remain fairly priced for visitors.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare de Bourg-en-Bresse -> Centre-ville de Bourg-en-Bresse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy to Bourg-en-Bresse by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bourg-en-Bresse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Annecy to Bourg-en-Bresse trains use the Annecy to Bourg-en-Bresse station pair, with some services arriving at Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Annecy and Bourg-en-Bresse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Annecy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Freti, L'Etage
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Annecy. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Annecy. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Annecy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Annecy: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Annecy: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre, Best Western Hotel International Annecy, Hotel des Alpes.
Bourg-en-Bresse is 1 km from Bourg-en-Bresse city centre. Public transport options include:
Bourg-en-Bresse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Bressan, L'Accent
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bourg-en-Bresse. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bourg-en-Bresse. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Bourg-en-Bresse, Hôtel Le Griffon d'Or, Best Western Hôtel de France.
Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Bourg-en-Bresse city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourg-en-Bresse, Gare Routière.
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