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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Besançon
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Besançon will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 5 trains that leave Basel for Besançon every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 3 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 train and coach for Basel to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 122 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£36 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Besançon trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:43 Basel | 2h47 | 12:30 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 15:34 Basel | 3h10 | 18:44 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:39 Basel | 2h18 | 17:57 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:44 Basel | 2h13 | 17:57 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:43 Basel | 3h03 | 20:46 Besançon | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Besançon
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France
Trains from Basel to Besançon run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 20:38 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TER, TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Besançon trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TER, TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Besançon from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
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SNCF | TGV Lyria
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TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Basel to Besançon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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 Basel and Besançon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket 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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