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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Annecy to Besançon
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Annecy to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Annecy to Besançon will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Annecy for Besançon every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 16 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.
14:535h16Annecy20:09Besançon£401One-way0 changes- 13:535h16Annecy19:09Besançon£411One-way0 changes
- 14:535h16Annecy20:09Besançon£401One-way0 changes
- 13:535h16Annecy19:09Besançon£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Annecy to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Annecy to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 150 km
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4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Annecy to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Annecy to Besançon trains for today, Wednesday 13 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 13:53 Annecy | 5h16 | 19:09 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:53 Annecy | 5h16 | 20:09 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Annecy to Besançon
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Trains from Annecy to Besançon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:51, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 5m |
First train 6:51 |
Last train 19:51 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Annecy to Besançon trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Annecy and Besançon from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Annecy to Besançon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Annecy to Besançon by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Besançon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Annecy and Besançon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue de Chevêne.
- Restaurant Le Freti
- L'Etage
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Novotel Annecy Centre
- Best Western Hotel International Annecy
- Hotel des Alpes
- Located in the main hall
- 250 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional TER trains
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Pain Soleil
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
- ibis budget Besançon Centre Gare
- Victor Hugo Hotel and Spa
- Le Viotte King Size
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10
- Located at the south entrance to the underground level.
- Tram lines: T2
- Bus lines: L3, L5, 8, T2
- Train lines: TGV, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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