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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Besançon
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
10 h 21 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
415 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Besançon will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Fast trains
To travel from Cologne to Besançon you need to make at least 2 changes.
05:485h30
Cologne11:18Besançon
£771One-way
3 changes
22:0313h15
Cologne11:18Besançon
£771One-way
3 changes
12:555h27
Cologne18:22Besançon
£971One-way
2 changes
15:5517h10
Cologne09:05Besançon
£1361One-way
3 changes
12:555h27
Cologne18:22Besançon
£971One-way
2 changes
05:485h30
Cologne11:18Besançon
£771One-way
3 changes
22:0313h15
Cologne11:18Besançon
£771One-way
3 changes
15:5517h10
Cologne09:05Besançon
£1361One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £120.
Distance: 415 km
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£105 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £313 Average Price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne to Besançon train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:48 Cologne | 5h30 | 11:18 Besançon | 3 changes | |
| 12:55 Cologne | 5h27 | 18:22 Besançon | 2 changes | |
| 15:55 Cologne | 17h10 | 09:05 Besançon | 3 changes | |
| 22:03 Cologne | 13h15 | 11:18 Besançon | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Besançon
Germany
France
Trains from Cologne to Besançon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £77 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
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
Coach from £23
Distance 415 km |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £77 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 00:36 |
Last train 13:55 |
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
Coach from £23
Train companies: TGV, Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Besançon trainsTGV, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Besançon from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV
About
TGV is a high-speed train company based in France. It operates a fleet of modern trains that can reach speeds of up to 320 km/h. The TGV offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, TGV InOui, and TGV OuiGo. Each train type provides different amenities, such as Wi-Fi, power outlets, and comfortable seating. Ticket options include Standard, Flexi, and Prem’s. Onboard facilities feature a bar, restaurant, and luggage storage. Popular TGV routes include Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages and overhead racks
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions and ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals and bar service, at-seat dining in first class
Seat reservation
Included in first class, optional fee in second class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 27m
Cheapest Price
£77
Deutsche Bahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone
FAQs: Cologne to Besançon train
FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne 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 Cologne to Besançon.
Booking trains from Cologne 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 Cologne to Besançon is 415 km.
The train journey from Cologne to Besançon covers a distance of 415 km and takes approximately 5h 27m. Trains run 2 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Cologne to Besançon can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £77, while the average price tends to be around £105.
The first train from Cologne to Besançon leaves at 0:36.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Besançon is by coach, costing approximately £23.
To get from Cologne to Besançon, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The last train from Cologne to Besançon departs at 13:55.
Yes, you can take the train from Cologne to Besançon.
Trains from Cologne to Besançon run approximately 2 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Cologne to Besançon.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Cologne to Besançon.
There is no night train service from Cologne to Besançon.
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