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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Besançon
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£126
Average price
£179
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
575 km
Cheap tickets
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 £179 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.
Fast trains
To travel from Bordeaux to Besançon you need to make at least one change.
12258 · 674513:465h40
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean19:26Besançon Viotte
£1261One-way
1 change
8540 · 6711+
89456615:465h42
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean21:28Besançon Viotte
£1301One-way
2 changes
8502+
9773+
89591208:467h23
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean16:09Besançon Viotte
£1491One-way
2 changes
8414 · 6715+89457017:085h44
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:52Besançon Viotte
£1581One-way
2 changes
8512+9277+89426714:465h58
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean20:44Besançon Viotte
£1911One-way
2 changes
12258 · 674513:465h40
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean19:26Besançon Viotte
£1261One-way
1 change
8540 · 6711+89456615:465h42
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean21:28Besançon Viotte
£1301One-way
2 changes
8414 · 6715+89457017:085h44
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:52Besançon Viotte
£1581One-way
2 changes
8512+9277+89426714:465h58
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean20:44Besançon Viotte
£1911One-way
2 changes
8502+9773+89591208:467h23
Bordeaux-Saint-Jean16:09Besançon Viotte
£1491One-way
2 changes
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 £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 575 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£145 Average Price | £93 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Besançon train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:41
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8502+9773+895912 | On time 07:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 7h23 | 15:09 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
| 5440 · 9580+894550 | On time 07:50 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 9h32 | 17:22 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
| 8504+9775+895810 | On time 09:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 8h23 | 18:09 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
| 12258 · 6745 | On time 12:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h40 | 18:26 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
| 8512+9277+894267 | On time 13:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h58 | 19:44 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
| 8540 · 6711+894566 | On time 14:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h42 | 20:28 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
| 8414 · 6715+894570 | On time 16:08 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h44 | 21:52 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 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £36
Distance 575 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 34m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 18:09 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £36
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Bordeaux to Besançon trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Bordeaux and Besançon from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 34m
Cheapest Price
£80
TGV INOUI frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bordeaux to Besançon train
FAQs: Travel by train from Bordeaux to Besançon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bordeaux to Besançon.
Booking trains from Bordeaux to Besançon in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Bordeaux to Besançon is 575 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Bordeaux to Besançon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £69, while the average price tends to be around £145.
The train journey from Bordeaux to Besançon covers a distance of 575 km and takes approximately 5h 34m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Besançon is by flight, costing approximately £36.
The first train from Bordeaux to Besançon leaves at 5:32.
The train station in Bordeaux that goes to Besançon is Bordeaux-Saint-Jean, and it arrives at Besançon Viotte.
The last train from Bordeaux to Besançon departs at 18:09.
Yes, you can take the train from Bordeaux to Besançon.
Trains from Bordeaux to Besançon run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bordeaux to Besançon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bordeaux to Besançon.
There is no night train service from Bordeaux to Besançon.
To get from Bordeaux to Besançon, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Besançon
Bordeaux
Besançon
The major train station for departures in Bordeaux is Bordeaux Saint-Jean. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bordeaux Saint-Jean for your trip from Bordeaux to Besançon.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
Lockers
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Dining
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
Accessibility
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Hotel
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
Information Desk
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Public transport options for Bordeaux Saint-Jean
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Besançon is Besançon Viotte. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Besançon Viotte for your journey to Besançon from Bordeaux.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10
Wifi
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
Dining
- Pain Soleil
- Selecta
Accessibility
- 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.
Hotel
- ibis budget Besançon Centre Gare
- Victor Hugo Hotel and Spa
- Le Viotte King Size
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10
Information Desk
- Located at the south entrance to the underground level.
Public transport options for Besançon Viotte
- Tram lines: T2
- Bus lines: L3, L5, 8, T2
- Train lines: TGV, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Besançon - Mouillère
Amenities at train station
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