Getting from Geneva to Annecy
Annecy lies in France, and Geneva airport is the usual arrival point. Line 272 links Genève-Aéroport and Annecy through Cruseilles. Alpbus runs it in partnership with the Geneva transport company TPG. Since 15 December 2025 the line has had a wider offer, with express, semi-express and local stopping trips.
Pick a trip from the timetable rather than counting on a bus every few minutes. The peak frequency of about every 10 minutes that is advertised for the line does not apply to the airport all day.
Ways to reach Annecy compared
Times and prices are examples from published sources in 2026. They are not guaranteed for your date.
| Option | Time | Cost | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus 272 from Geneva airport | 80 to 82 minutes in the timetable examples | €11.30, or €14.50 with Geneva zone 10 | Buy the ticket before you board |
| Guided day tour from Geneva | 5 hours | From CHF 45 to 49 | Bus, driver-guide, walk and free time |
| Train from Paris | 3 h 43 at the fastest | From €33 | Prices change by date |
| Car | – | – | Check live traffic, tolls and parking |
If you stay in town, the where to stay page shows which area suits a bus arrival. For a day trip, the tours page compares the options.
Book a private transfer from Geneva Airport (GVA) to Annecy at a fixed price on Kiwitaxi.
Our picks: day trips from Geneva
A half-day bus trip and two private transfers from Geneva.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Private day trip from Geneva to Annecy and Menthon castle
A private round-trip transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver and water. Entries are not included, and the driver is not a licensed guide.
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Private day trip from Geneva to Lovagny and Lake Annecy
A private round-trip transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver and water. Tickets are not included, and the driver is not a licensed guide.
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Half-day trip from Geneva to Annecy
Bus from and to Geneva and free time in Annecy. The driver doubles as guide below 11 people, and the Château d'Annecy (€12), food, drinks and a lake cruise are extra.
Check availability →Day trips from Geneva and tours in Annecy
Guided visits, lake trips and transfers from Geneva and in Annecy, with live prices and availability.
Bus 272 in detail
Timetable valid from 14 December 2025 to 12 December 2026.
Weekday example
The trip leaving Geneva airport at 09:10 arrives in Annecy at 10:32. That is 82 minutes.
Weekend example
On Saturdays and Sundays the timetable shows one direct departure from the airport, at 19:15, arriving at 20:35. That is 80 minutes. Several other weekend trips start at Lancy-Pont-Rouge instead, so check the current timetable.
Fares in Switzerland and France
The route ticket costs €11.30. A ticket that also covers Geneva zone 10 costs €14.50, or €7.90 for young people. Day tickets cost €22.50, or €28.90 with zone 10. Youth fares apply to single tickets for passengers under 16. Accompanied children under 6 travel free.
Buy before you board
There are no sales on board on Swiss territory, so get your ticket first. At the border you need a matching Léman Pass ticket. A Sibra single ticket for the city buses does not cover the whole international trip.
A day trip from Geneva
One operator, Keytours, offers an Annecy city tour from Geneva. It lasts 5 hours and is listed from CHF 45 to 49, depending on the page. The price includes the bus there and back, a driver-guide, a walk through the old town and free time. Food is not included, and museum visits are not listed as included tickets.
The sample program leaves Geneva at 09:00, reaches Annecy at about 10:00, leaves again at 12:45 and gets back to Geneva at about 14:00. The program can change, and it is not a regular timetable. Five hours leave little time for the lake, so pick between the old town and the shore. The old town page shows what fits into a morning.
From Paris, buses in town and parking
Prices from the 2026 fare tables.
Paris to Annecy by train
SNCF Connect lists a fastest connection of 3 hours 43 minutes with prices from €33. The offer changes by date. Some listed connections involve a change rather than a direct TGV.
City buses in Grand Annecy
A digital single ticket costs €2 and an on-board ticket €2.50 since 6 January 2026. It is valid for 1 hour. A ten-trip card costs €13 for adults, €10 for under 26 and €11 for over 65. From 1 July 2026 the Sibra fare also applies to line 272, but only when your trip stays within Grand Annecy.
Parking in the paid zones
Since 1 July 2026 the first 30 minutes are free in the paid surface zones. The red zone is recommended for up to 3 hours at €9. From 1 July to 31 August it charges from 9:00 to 19:00 every day. The rest of the year it charges Monday to Saturday from 9:00 to 19:00, and Sundays and holidays are free. A payment app can still show older limits and adds a service fee, so read the sign.
Private transfers and taxis
Ask for the fixed price in writing before you book a private transfer. If your transfer continues to Talloires, ask about the east shore closure described below.
Road works in autumn 2026
The department closed the RD 909A on the east shore, including the cycle path, from 14 September to 18 December 2026. The closure covers pedestrians and bicycles too. Talloires reports the closed stretch between La Glière and Angon. A detour via Menthon-Saint-Bernard is signposted. The RD 16 near Alex and the Défilé de Dingy has also been closed since 14 September, for an expected 12 weeks.
You cannot drive or cycle all the way around the lake right now. Read more on the Lake Annecy page.
Geneva to Annecy: frequently asked questions
How long does the bus from Geneva airport take?
The 2026 timetable shows 82 minutes for a weekday trip at 09:10 and 80 minutes for the weekend trip at 19:15. Other trips may differ, so check the one you plan to take.
Can I pay the driver on bus 272?
Not on Swiss territory. Buy your ticket before you board. At the border you need a matching Léman Pass ticket.
How much is the bus from the airport to Annecy?
The route ticket costs €11.30. With Geneva zone 10 included it costs €14.50, and €7.90 for young people.
Is there a bus every 10 minutes?
No. The 10-minute frequency is advertised for peak times on the line, not for the airport all day. Choose a specific trip from the timetable.
Is a day trip from Geneva worth it?
It suits a short visit. A 5-hour city tour leaves time for the old town and a little free time, but not for the lake or a museum visit.
Can I get from Paris to Annecy by train?
Yes. SNCF Connect lists a fastest connection of 3 hours 43 minutes, with prices from €33.