
Day trip from Cluses to Annecy by train
Why visit Annecy for the day?
Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Cluses among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 118 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Grenoble to Cluses, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Cluses:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Cluses costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Cluses take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 24m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 2h 24m versus 1h 43m 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.
How to get to Cluses from Grenoble by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Grenoble to Cluses is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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The most popular day trips by train from Cluses are Annecy, Geneva, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Sallanches and Bonneville. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cluses on Omio.

Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.

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.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a high-alpine town at the foot of Mont Blanc, known for skiing, climbing and glacier views. It combines a historic resort centre with a practical mountain-town feel and a strong outdoor culture year round.

Sallanches is an Alpine town in Haute-Savoie known for its views of Mont Blanc and easy access to nearby mountain villages. Rebuilt after a fire in 1840, it feels orderly and lived-in, with a practical Savoyard character rather than a resort atmosphere.

Travel to Cluses 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 Grenoble to Cluses.

This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Cluses:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Cluses costing on average £31.
Other travel options to Cluses take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 24m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Grenoble and Cluses as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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