How to get to Annecy from Barcelona

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Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Annecy

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £367.

Distance: 594 km

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£57

Average Price

Cheapest

£134

Average Price

£367

Average Price

£107

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

11h 21m

Average total duration

10h 51m

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30m

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7h 53m

Average total duration

7h 23m

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30m

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5h 38m

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Fastest

3h 38m

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2h 0m

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7h 11m

Average total duration

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0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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1.8 - 3.6kg

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Air France

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £57.

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

A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Annecy costing on average £134.

A coach is £310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Annecy costing on average £367.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Annecy is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 38m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 53m.

Coach takes on average 11h 21m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Annecy including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £107 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £50. The journey takes 10h 51m versus 7h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Barcelona to Annecy

How to get to Annecy from Barcelona by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Barcelona to Annecy is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:3011h00
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    18:30Annecy, Gare Routière
    £411One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:3011h00
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    18:30Annecy, Gare Routière
    £411One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • VuelingVY6200
    7:301h40
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    9:10Geneva International Airport
    £471One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9708+SNCF | Autocar408842+TER17582
    9:269h49
    Barcelona Sants
    19:15Annecy station
    £1491One-way
    2 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4734 · 3177
    9:0012h55
    El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)
    21:55Annecy, Gare Routière
    £411One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3177
    10:3011h25
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    21:55Annecy, Gare Routière
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:4010h35
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    10:15Annecy, Gare Routière
    £501One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY6200+BlaBlaCar Bus51823
    7:307h35
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    15:05Annecy, Gare Routière
    £611One-way
    1 change
  • easyJetU27105
    7:401h45
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    9:25Geneva International Airport
    £701One-way
    0 changes
  • VuelingVY6200+BlaBlaCar Bus50605
    7:303h50
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    11:20Annecy, Gare Routière
    £731One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Annecy by train

The most popular day trips by train from Annecy are Geneva, Chambéry, Lyon, Aix-les-Bains and Bellegarde-sur-Valserine. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Annecy on Omio.

A view of Geneva

Day trip from Annecy to Geneva by train

Why visit Geneva for the day?

Geneva is known for diplomacy, watchmaking and its setting on Lake Geneva. It feels international yet compact, with elegant streets, a historic old town and strong French influence.

A view of Chambéry

Day trip from Annecy to Chambéry by train

Why visit Chambéry for the day?

Chambéry is a historic Savoyard city with an elegant old town and a strong Alpine character. It is best known for the Fontaine des Éléphants, the Château des Ducs de Savoie and its links to the House of Savoy.

A view of Lyon

Day trip from Annecy to Lyon by train

Why visit Lyon for the day?

Lyon is known for its gastronomy, silk heritage and the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon. Set between the Rhône and Saône, it balances historic districts with a modern cultural scene.

A view of Bellegarde-sur-Valserine

Day trip from Annecy to Bellegarde-sur-Valserine by train

Why visit Bellegarde-sur-Valserine for the day?

Bellegarde-sur-Valserine, now within Valserhône, is known for the riverside Pertes de la Valserine and its Jura setting. The town feels practical and quiet, with gorges, woodland walks and a cross-border character near Switzerland.

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FAQs: Barcelona to Annecy

Travel to Annecy easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Annecy.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Annecy including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £57.

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

A coach is £77 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Annecy costing on average £134.

A coach is £310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Annecy costing on average £367.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Annecy is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 38m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 53m.

Coach takes on average 11h 21m.

The Barcelona to Annecy distance is approximately 594 km.
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Annecy is:
  • Around 68 flights per day.
  • Around 12 coaches per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Annecy as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Annecy:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Annecy station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Annecy, Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Annecy, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vueling, easyJet, Lufthansa Cityline, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Iberia, CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, ITA to go to Annecy by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Annecy by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa to go to Annecy by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Annecy with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Vueling, easyJet, CitizenPlane.
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Annecy often also extend their vacation to go to Geneva, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Paris, Lyon, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Annecy and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Barcelona to Annecy, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
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.

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