How to get to Annecy from Nantes

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Compare train, coach and flight for Nantes to Annecy

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £77 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £77, while a flight costs an average of £395.

Distance: 604 km

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£395

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£77

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£140

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£184

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5h 10m

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3h 10m

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13h 38m

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6h 43m

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7h 38m

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The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £77.

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

A coach is £63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Annecy costing on average £140.

A coach is £319 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Annecy costing on average £395.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Annecy is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 43m.

Coach takes on average 13h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Annecy including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 28m sooner (3h 10m by flight vs 7h 38m by car). Tickets start at around £395 compared to roughly £184 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Nantes to Annecy

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    13:4017h00
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:40Annecy, Gare Routière
    £741One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    13:4017h00
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    6:40Annecy, Gare Routière
    £741One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • easyJetU21378
    13:101h20
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    14:30Geneva International Airport
    £1021One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5320+TER18531+SNCF | Autocar33319
    17:047h18
    Nantes station
    0:22Annecy station
    £971One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5306+TER18523 · 17584
    12:447h31
    Nantes station
    20:15Annecy station
    £1361One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5306+TER17994
    12:448h16
    Nantes station
    21:00Annecy station
    £1361One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    20:3513h40
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    10:15Annecy, Gare Routière
    £741One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:1014h20
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    22:30Annecy, Gare Routière
    £751One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus72404
    23:3511h40
    Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes
    11:15Annecy, Gare Routière
    £801One-way
    0 changes
  • VuelingVY2973 · VY6200
    23:159h50
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    9:05Geneva International Airport
    £1951One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1424 · KL1939
    17:204h55
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    22:15Geneva International Airport
    £2071One-way
    1 change
  • VuelingVY2973 · VY6202
    23:1513h30
    Nantes Atlantique Airport
    12:45Geneva International Airport
    £2401One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Annecy by bus

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

A view of Chambéry

Day trip from Annecy to Chambéry by bus

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 Geneva

Day trip from Annecy to Geneva by bus

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 Lyon

Day trip from Annecy to Lyon by bus

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 bus

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: Nantes 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 Nantes to Annecy.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Annecy including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £77.

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

A coach is £63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Annecy costing on average £140.

A coach is £319 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Annecy costing on average £395.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Annecy is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 43m.

Coach takes on average 13h 38m.

The Nantes to Annecy distance is approximately 604 km.
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Annecy is:
  • Around 47 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes 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 Nantes to Annecy:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Annecy station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Annecy, Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Annecy, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER to go to Annecy by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Annecy by coach.
  • Travel with easyJet, Volotea, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, ITA, Cityjet to go to Annecy by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Nantes to Annecy with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 4 direct flights per day with easyJet, Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes 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 Nantes 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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