Lucerne to Annecy by train

Going from Lucerne to Annecy by train

About to set off from Lucerne to Annecy by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train travel from Lucerne to Annecy

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Lucerne to Annecy:

• Cheapest ticket: £68.79

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Departure frequency and timetable from Lucerne to Annecy

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Lucerne to Annecy:

• 00:30 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

• 23:54 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

• 00:47 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

• 23:54 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

• A train departs every 59 minutes from Lucerne toward Annecy.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 15 trains serving this route each day.

Lucerne to Annecy train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 211 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 52 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Lucerne and Annecy?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Lucerne and Annecy 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

More information on train travel from Lucerne to Annecy

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Annecy city guide to get you started.