How far is it from Annecy to Lyon?

The distance between Annecy and Lyon is 140 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Annecy to Lyon?

The drive from Annecy to Lyon takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.

What is the best route from Annecy to Lyon?

The fastest route from Annecy to Lyon covers 140 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.

Which direction is Lyon from Annecy?

Lyon lies roughly to the west of Annecy.

Which roads does the route from Annecy to Lyon follow?

The drive from Annecy to Lyon mainly follows A 41, A 43. The longest single stretch is 88 km on A 43.

Which towns do you pass between Annecy and Lyon?

Towns on the route from Annecy to Lyon include Chambéry, Bron.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Annecy and Lyon?

Along the route from Annecy to Lyon you can fill up at Esso Express (24/7), Station Service E.Leclerc (24/7), Station Service Intermarché (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I stop to rest between Annecy and Lyon?

On the route from Annecy to Lyon you can take a break at Aire de Fontanelles, Aire de L'Omble, Aire du Vernay.

Annecy Lyon

Distance: 140 kmDrive time: 1 h 45 min

Driving from Annecy to Lyon takes about 1 h 45 min via A 43. The distance is 140 km. The straight-line distance is 102 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Annecy, Chambéry, Lyon. Driving directions

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Driving directions37 · 140 km

1 Depart onto Quai Eustache Chappuis 54 m
2 Turn sharp right 11 m
3 Turn left 24 m
4 Turn slightly left 18 m
5 Turn sharp left onto Quai Eustache Chappuis 180 m
6 Continue straight onto Rue des Marquisats 298 m
7 Enter roundabout slightly right onto Avenue de Trésum 7 m
8 Exit roundabout right onto Avenue de Trésum 374 m
9 Enter roundabout right onto Boulevard de la Corniche 19 m
10 Exit roundabout right onto Boulevard de la Corniche 228 m
11 Enter roundabout right onto Avenue du Crêt du Maure 38 m
12 Exit roundabout straight onto Avenue du Crêt du Maure 382 m
13 Continue slightly right onto Avenue du Crêt du Maure 67 m

14 Turn straight onto Avenue Lucien Boschetti 164 m
15 Continue straight onto Avenue du Rhône 287 m
16 Enter roundabout right onto Avenue de Chambéry 52 m
17 Exit roundabout slightly right onto Avenue de Chambéry 247 m
18 Continue straight onto Avenue du Pont Neuf 374 m
19 Take ramp slightly right 168 m
20 Keep slightly left 2 km
21 Take exit slightly right 464 m
22 Keep slightly left 208 m
23 Keep slightly left 632 m
24 Merge slightly left 40 km
25 Continue straight 380 m
26 Continue straight 88 km
27 Continue straight onto Rue Lionel Terray 492 m
28 Continue straight onto Avenue Jean Mermoz 2 km
29 Turn right onto Rue Maryse Bastié 931 m
30 Continue straight onto Rue Feuillat 120 m
31 Turn left onto Cours Albert Thomas 2 km
32 Continue straight onto Cours Gambetta 2 km
33 Continue straight onto Pont de la Guillotière 279 m
34 Continue straight onto Rue de la Barre 258 m
35 Turn right onto Rue Président Édouard Herriot 644 m
36 Turn right onto Rue Henri Germain 112 m
37 Arrive left onto Rue Henri Germain

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The return trip from Lyon to Annecy covers roughly the same distance, 140 km.

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How far is it from Annecy to Lyon?: The distance between Annecy and Lyon is 140 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Annecy to Lyon?: The drive from Annecy to Lyon takes approximately 1 h 45 min by car.
What is the best route from Annecy to Lyon?: The fastest route from Annecy to Lyon covers 140 km with a driving time of approximately 1 h 45 min.
Which direction is Lyon from Annecy?: Lyon lies roughly to the west of Annecy.
Which roads does the route from Annecy to Lyon follow?: The drive from Annecy to Lyon mainly follows A 41, A 43. The longest single stretch is 88 km on A 43.
Which towns do you pass between Annecy and Lyon?: Towns on the route from Annecy to Lyon include Chambéry, Bron.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Annecy and Lyon?: Along the route from Annecy to Lyon you can fill up at Esso Express (24/7), Station Service E.Leclerc (24/7), Station Service Intermarché (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I stop to rest between Annecy and Lyon?: On the route from Annecy to Lyon you can take a break at Aire de Fontanelles, Aire de L'Omble, Aire du Vernay.

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