How to get to Annecy from Nîmes

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Compare train and coach for Nîmes to Annecy

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, while a train costs an average of £76.

Distance: 269 km

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£35

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Cheapest

£76

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£85

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 5m

Average total duration

5h 35m

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30m

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3h 59m

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3h 29m

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3h 29m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Nîmes to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £35.

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

A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Annecy costing on average £76.

The fastest way to travel from Nîmes to Annecy is by train with an average journey time of 3h 59m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nîmes and Annecy including taking a train and coach.
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 £35 compared to roughly £85 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £51. The journey takes 5h 35m versus 3h 29m 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 Nîmes to Annecy

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

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

  • FlixBus
    12:556h35
    Nîmes
    19:30Annecy
    £191One-way
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  • FlixBus
    12:556h35
    Nîmes
    19:30Annecy
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    12:556h35
    Nîmes
    19:30Annecy
    £191One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBus
    11:556h35
    Nîmes
    18:30Annecy
    £191One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Nîmes 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 Nîmes to Annecy.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Nîmes and Annecy including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Nîmes to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £35.

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

A coach is £42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nîmes to Annecy costing on average £76.

The fastest way to travel from Nîmes to Annecy is by train with an average journey time of 3h 59m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 5m.

The Nîmes to Annecy distance is approximately 269 km.
The average frequency per day from Nîmes to Annecy is:
  • Around 8 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nîmes to Annecy:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) and arrive in Annecy, Gare Routière.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nîmes station and arrive in Annecy station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nîmes to Annecy, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Annecy by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa to go to Annecy by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nîmes to Annecy:
  • 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Nîmes 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 Nîmes to Annecy, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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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