The cheapest and fastest trains from Colmar to Besançon
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colmar to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colmar to Besançon will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 2 trains that leave Colmar 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 137 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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 Colmar to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colmar to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 137 km
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2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Colmar to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Colmar to Besançon trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:07 Colmar | 1h45 | 13:52 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:04 Colmar | 1h53 | 16:57 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:53 Colmar | 2h53 | 19:46 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colmar to Besançon
Trains from Colmar to Besançon run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 137 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 22:08 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Colmar to Besançon trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Colmar and Besançon from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Colmar to Besançon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colmar 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 Colmar and Besançon
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Fer Rouge
- La Maison des Têtes
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Saint-Martin
- Hôtel Le Colombier
- Hôtel Turenne
- Located in the main hall
- 148 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line A
- 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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