How to get to Annecy from Rennes

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Compare coach, train and flight for Rennes to Annecy

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Annecy among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £83, while a flight costs an average of £393.

Distance: 640 km

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Coach
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Driving

£150

Average Price

£83

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Cheapest

£393

Average Price

£199

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 58m

Average total duration

5h 28m

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30m

Additional time*

13h 41m

Average total duration

13h 11m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 6m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

8h 11m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

SNCF | TGV INOUI

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FlixBus

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Air France

Most popular airline

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The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £83.

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

A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Annecy costing on average £150.

A coach is £310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Annecy costing on average £393.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Annecy is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 58m.

Coach takes on average 13h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rennes and Annecy including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 43m faster (5h 28m by train vs 8h 11m by car) and roughly £50 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£150 vs £199). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Rennes to Annecy

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus72404
    21:5513h20
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    11:15Annecy, Gare Routière
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus72404
    21:5513h20
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    11:15Annecy, Gare Routière
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7533 · AF7368
    13:354h15
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    17:50Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    £1511One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5338+TER18531+SNCF | Autocar33319
    17:306h52
    Rennes station
    0:22Annecy station
    £971One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8626 · 6951
    16:076h25
    Rennes station
    22:32Annecy station
    £1081One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8086 · 6689+TER17996
    16:356h26
    Rennes station
    23:01Annecy station
    £1161One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    15:1015h30
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    6:40Annecy, Gare Routière
    £771One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    20:5520h00
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    16:55Annecy, Gare Routière
    £781One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    19:1514h05
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    9:20Annecy, Gare Routière
    £841One-way
    2 changes
  • Air FranceAF7533 · AF7364
    13:3520h55
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    10:30Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    £1571One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1416 · KL1939
    17:204h55
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    22:15Geneva International Airport
    £1781One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1416 · KL1929
    17:2015h00
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    8:20Geneva International Airport
    £1781One-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: Rennes 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 Rennes to Annecy.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Rennes and Annecy including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Annecy is a coach with an average price of £83.

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

A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Annecy costing on average £150.

A coach is £310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Annecy costing on average £393.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Annecy is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Annecy take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 58m.

Coach takes on average 13h 41m.

The Rennes to Annecy distance is approximately 640 km.
The average frequency per day from Rennes to Annecy is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rennes to Annecy:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rennes station and arrive in Annecy station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Rennes, Gare Routière and arrive in Annecy, Gare Routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rennes to Annecy, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER to go to Annecy by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Annecy by coach.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Twin Jet, KLM, Air France, easyJet to go to Annecy by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rennes to Annecy with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Twin Jet, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Rennes 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 Rennes to Annecy, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train 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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