The cheapest and fastest trains from Annecy to Lyon
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 4 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Annecy to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy to Lyon will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 9 trains that leave Annecy for Lyon every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 2 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
17530 · 18560
17946
17524 · 18556
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17538 · 17962
17540 · 17964Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Annecy to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 100 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Annecy to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Lyon trains for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17958 | On time 14:53 Annecy station | 2h00 | 16:53 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
17540 · 17964 | On time 17:43 Annecy station | 2h10 | 19:53 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
17544 · 18570 | On time 18:43 Annecy station | 2h27 | 21:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
| Sunday 9 November | |||||
17946 | On time 08:43 Annecy station | 2h04 | 10:47 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
17524 · 18556 | On time 11:43 Annecy station | 2h27 | 14:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
17954 | On time 12:53 Annecy station | 1h59 | 14:52 Lyon Part Dieu | 0 changesdirect | |
17530 · 18560 | On time 13:43 Annecy station | 2h27 | 16:10 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Annecy to Lyon
Trains from Annecy to Lyon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF, TGV INOUI from Annecy to Lyon trainsSNCF TER, SNCF, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Annecy and Lyon from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Annecy to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Annecy and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue de Chevêne.
- Restaurant Le Freti
- L'Etage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre
- Best Western Hotel International Annecy
- Hotel des Alpes
- Located in the main hall
- 250 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional TER trains
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Avenue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Jean Moulin
- Brasserie de l'Est
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Lyon Centre
- Hotel des Facultés
- Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: access to metro and tramway connections
- Metro: Line B
- Tramway: Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
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