4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Besançon
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Besançon will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 8 buses that leave Paris for Besançon every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 326 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Paris to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £91.
Distance: 326 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price | £191 Average Price |
6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Besançon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Besançon coaches for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:55 Paris, Porte Maillot | 6h40 | 03:35 Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h25 | 03:35 Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| FlixBus | 09:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 5h20 | 15:00 Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Besançon.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Paris to Besançon.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Besançon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Paris to Besançon.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Besançon
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Buses from Paris to Besançon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 326 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 326 km |
Average bus duration 6h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Paris to BesançonYou can travel by bus between Paris to Besançon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to Besançon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Besançon by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Besançon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Besançon
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
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