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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Annecy

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 23 Sept

Cheapest price on 23 Sept

£35

Average ticket price on 23 Sept

£37

Fastest journey on 23 Sept

2 h 2 m

Average journey duration on 23 Sept

2 h 4 m

Trains on 23 Sept

30

Distance

155 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Annecy is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bern to Annecy will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.

Fast trains

To travel from Bern to Annecy you need to make at least one change.

  • SBBIR 15 2510 | 2510 · R L4 23234 | 23234
    8:042h17
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    10:21Lancy-Pont-Rouge
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 15 2516 | 2516 · R L4 23246 | 23246
    11:042h17
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    13:21Lancy-Pont-Rouge
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · R L3 23462 | 23462
    10:342h02
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    12:36Lancy-Pont-Rouge
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L4 23242 | 23242
    10:042h17
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    12:21Lancy-Pont-Rouge
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • SBBIC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 23460
    8:342h02
    Bern Hauptbahnhof
    10:36Lancy-Pont-Rouge
    £351One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bern to Annecy

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £44.

Distance: 155 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£44

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£81

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 4m

Average total duration

3h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 8m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SBB

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Annecy:

A coach is £25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Annecy costing on average £44.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Annecy is by train with an average journey time of 2h 9m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bern and Annecy including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £37. The journey takes 2h 9m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Bern to Annecy train times

The table below shows live departures for Bern to Annecy trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBIR 15 2520 | 2520 · R L5 23054 | 2305413:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
15:37 La Plaine1 change
SBBIR 15 2520 | 2520 · R L4 23254 | 2325413:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
15:21 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIR 15 2520 | 2520 · R L4 23254 | 2325413:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h21
15:25 Annecy1 change
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · R L1 23320 | 2332013:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h06
15:40 Annecy1 change
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · R L1 23320 | 2332013:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h02
15:36 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIC 1 718 | 718 · R L6 96752 | 9675213:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
16:07 La Plaine1 change
SBBIR 66 3224 | 3224 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822 · R L4 23158 | 2315813:53 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
16:10 Annecy3 changes
SBBIR 66 3224 | 3224 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822 · R L4 23158 | 2315813:53 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h13
16:06 Lancy-Pont-Rouge3 changes
SBBIR 15 2522 | 2522 · R L5 23058 | 2305814:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h34
16:38 La Plaine1 change
SBBIC 1 720 | 720 · R L6 96754 | 9675414:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
17:07 La Plaine1 change
SBBIR 15 2510 | 2510 · R L5 23034 | 230348:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h34
10:38 La Plaine1 change
SBBIR 15 2510 | 2510 · R L4 23234 | 232348:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h21
10:25 Annecy1 change
SBBIR 15 2510 | 2510 · R L4 23234 | 232348:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
10:21 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 234608:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h02
10:36 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIC 1 708 | 708 · R L3 23460 | 234608:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h06
10:40 Annecy1 change
SBBIC 1 708 | 708 · R L5 23036 | 230368:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
11:07 La Plaine1 change
SBBIR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · R L4 23138 | 231388:53 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
11:10 Annecy3 changes
SBBIR 66 3214 | 3214 · IC 5 512 | 512 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · R L4 23138 | 231388:53 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h13
11:06 Lancy-Pont-Rouge3 changes
SBBIR 15 2512 | 2512 · R L4 23238 | 232389:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h21
11:25 Annecy1 change
SBBIR 15 2512 | 2512 · R L4 23238 | 232389:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
11:21 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIR 15 2512 | 2512 · R L5 23038 | 230389:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h34
11:38 La Plaine1 change
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · R L5 23040 | 230409:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
12:07 La Plaine1 change
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · R L1 23316 | 233169:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h06
11:40 Annecy1 change
SBBIC 1 710 | 710 · R L1 23316 | 233169:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h02
11:36 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIR 66 3216 | 3216 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · R L4 23142 | 231429:53 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
12:10 Annecy3 changes
SBBIR 66 3216 | 3216 · IC 5 514 | 514 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · R L4 23142 | 231429:53 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h13
12:06 Lancy-Pont-Rouge3 changes
SBBIR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L5 23042 | 2304210:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
12:37 La Plaine1 change
SBBIR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L4 23242 | 2324210:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h21
12:25 Annecy1 change
SBBIR 15 2514 | 2514 · R L4 23242 | 2324210:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
12:21 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · R L3 23462 | 2346210:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h06
12:40 Annecy1 change
SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · R L5 23044 | 2304410:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h29
13:03 La Plaine1 change
SBBIC 1 712 | 712 · R L3 23462 | 2346210:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h02
12:36 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIR 66 3218 | 3218 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · R L4 23146 | 2314610:53 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
13:10 Annecy3 changes
SBBIR 66 3218 | 3218 · IC 5 516 | 516 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · R L4 23146 | 2314610:53 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h13
13:06 Lancy-Pont-Rouge3 changes
SBBIR 15 2516 | 2516 · R L5 23046 | 2304611:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
13:37 La Plaine1 change
SBBIR 15 2516 | 2516 · R L4 23246 | 2324611:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h17
13:21 Lancy-Pont-Rouge1 change
SBBIR 15 2516 | 2516 · R L4 23246 | 2324611:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h21
13:25 Annecy1 change
SBBIC 1 714 | 714 · R L5 23048 | 2304811:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
14:07 La Plaine1 change
SBBIR 15 2518 | 2518 · R L5 23050 | 2305012:04 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h34
14:38 La Plaine1 change
SBBIC 1 716 | 716 · R L5 23052 | 2305212:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof
2h33
15:07 La Plaine1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bern to Annecy

SwitzerlandSwitzerland
FranceFrance
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Trains from Bern to Annecy run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance
155 km
Average train duration
2h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
17
Fastest train
1h 51m
First train
3:18
Last train
23:53
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9

Train companies: SBB from Bern to Annecy trainsSBB trains will get you between Bern and Annecy from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About
SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SBB Duration
1h 51m
Cheapest SBB Price
£31
SBB frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Annecy

Things to do in Annecy

Discover the best of Annecy — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Annecy trip today.

  • Must visit

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.

  • Must visit

Palais de l'Île

Historic monument and museum in the canals, presenting architecture and the civic history of Annecy in one of the town’s most recognisable buildings.

  • Recommended

Le Point Commun

Contemporary art centre in a converted house, showing changing exhibitions by modern and contemporary artists close to the lake and old town.

Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
€10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Bern to Annecy train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Annecy 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 Annecy, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bern to Annecy can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £44.
The train journey from Bern to Annecy covers a distance of 155 km and takes approximately 1h 51m. Trains run 17 per day.
The train distance from Bern to Annecy is 155 km.
The first train from Bern to Annecy leaves at 3:18.
The last train from Bern to Annecy departs at 23:53.
Trains from Bern to Annecy run approximately 17 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bern to Annecy.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bern to Annecy.
To get from Bern to Annecy, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bern to Annecy.
The cheapest way to get from Bern to Annecy is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Bern to Annecy in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, the train journey from Bern to Annecy is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss countryside, charming villages, and the stunning backdrop of the Alps.
A day trip from Bern to Annecy is not feasible as the journey duration is 1h 51m, which exceeds the 120-minute limit. The distance is 155 km and there are 21 trains per day.
In Annecy, explore the charming Old Town with its cobblestone streets and canals. Enjoy outdoor activities like swimming, boating, and cycling at Lake Annecy, or hike and ski on Semnoz for stunning alpine views. Visit the historic Château d'Annecy, now a museum, and experience the vibrant Annecy Market. Don't miss the picturesque Palais de l'Isle, the scenic Jardins de l'Europe, and the romantic Pont des Amours for panoramic views.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Annecy is ideal to explore its picturesque Old Town, enjoy Lake Annecy, and take in the surrounding mountain views.
Yes, you can take the train from Bern to Annecy.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Annecy

Most Bern to Annecy trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Lancy, Bachet-de-Pesay station pair. Use this guide to compare Bern and Annecy train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bern
Arrival train stations in Annecy

Which Bern station do trains to Annecy leave from?

Trains from Bern to Annecy leave from Bern Hauptbahnhof. The station is 1 km from Bern city centre at Bahnhofplatz, 3011 Bern, Switzerland.
Bern HauptbahnhofBahnhofplatz, 3011 Bern, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Bern Hauptbahnhof from Bern city centre

Tram3, 6, 7, 8, 9 · 3m · £2 · every ~59 min

Bern Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services

Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.

Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau)3004 Bern, SwitzerlandAccessibility
City-centre transport

Getting to Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau) from Bern city centre

Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau) is 2 km from Bern city centre. Check local transport options before travel.

Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau) train station facilities and services

Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bern, Tiefenaustrasse (Tiefenau).

Bern WankdorfWankdorfallee 4, 3014 Bern, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Bern Wankdorf from Bern city centre

Bern Wankdorf is 2 km from Bern city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS1, S44, S3, S4, S31, S2, S22, Ext · 3m · £2 · every ~17 min
Bus20 · 9m · £5 · every ~19 min
Ev1 · 12m · £3
Tram9 · 12m · £3 · every ~17 min

Bern Wankdorf train station facilities and services

Bern Wankdorf 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Wankdorf, Pizzeria Da Vinci

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bern Wankdorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Bern Wankdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bern Wankdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bern Wankdorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Wankdorf: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Stay KooooK Bern Wankdorf, Novotel Bern Expo, Ibis Bern Expo.

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