The cheapest and fastest trains from Caen to Besançon
Cheapest price
£121
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Besançon will cost around £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £121.
Of the 1 trains that leave Caen for Besançon every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 519 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 26 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, coach and flight for Caen to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caen to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £191.
Distance: 519 km
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£95 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £347 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 14h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 23m Average total duration 22h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Caen to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Besançon trains for today, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:56 Caen | 5h30 | 15:26 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Caen | 5h26 | 17:26 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caen to Besançon
Trains from Caen to Besançon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 519 km distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 519 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 19:51 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, TER BreizhGo from Caen to Besançon trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Caen and Besançon from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Caen to Besançon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen 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 Caen and Besançon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Ficelle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Bristol
- Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
- Hotel de la Paix
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Lines 12, 12 Express, 30, 31
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- 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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