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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Besançon
Cheapest price
£116
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
5 h 39 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
575 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Besançon will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £116.
To travel from Bordeaux to Besançon you need to make at least one change.
12254 · 674310:476h39Bordeaux-Saint-Jean17:26Besançon Viotte£1161One-way1 change- 8582 · 6711+
89456615:465h39Bordeaux-Saint-Jean21:25Besançon Viotte£1311One-way2 changes - 8502+
9269+8942578:466h00Bordeaux-Saint-Jean14:46Besançon Viotte£1351One-way2 changes - 8508 · 674512:476h39Bordeaux-Saint-Jean19:26Besançon Viotte£1381One-way1 change
- 8580 · 6709+89455813:486h04Bordeaux-Saint-Jean19:52Besançon Viotte£1401One-way2 changes
- 8582 · 6711+89456615:465h39Bordeaux-Saint-Jean21:25Besançon Viotte£1311One-way2 changes
- 8502+9269+8942578:466h00Bordeaux-Saint-Jean14:46Besançon Viotte£1351One-way2 changes
- 8580 · 6709+89455813:486h04Bordeaux-Saint-Jean19:52Besançon Viotte£1401One-way2 changes
- 12260+9223+89422914:466h18Bordeaux-Saint-Jean21:04Besançon Viotte£1481One-way2 changes
- 12254 · 674310:476h39Bordeaux-Saint-Jean17:26Besançon Viotte£1161One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 575 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£123 Average Price | £82 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration 11h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Besançon trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8502+9269+894257 | 8:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h00 | 14:46 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
| 12254 · 6743 | 10:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h39 | 17:26 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
| 8508 · 6745 | 12:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h39 | 19:26 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
| 8580 · 6709+894558 | 13:48 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h04 | 19:52 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
| 12260+9223+894229 | 14:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h18 | 21:04 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
| 8582 · 6711+894566 | 15:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h39 | 21:25 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Besançon
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Trains from Bordeaux to Besançon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 18:09. The fastest train covers the 575 km distance in 5h 34m.
Distance 575 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 18:09 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Bordeaux to Besançon trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Bordeaux and Besançon from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Besançon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Besançon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
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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