1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 18 Sept
8
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 8 trains from Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 9 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.
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9277Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 125 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse costing on average £20.
Other travel options to Bourg-en-Bresse take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 25m.
The journey is about 2m faster (1h 43m by train vs 1h 45m by car) and roughly £18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£15 vs £33). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:44 Dijon | 1h42 | 18:26 Bourg-en-Bresse | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:44 Dijon | 1h42 | 19:26 Bourg-en-Bresse | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 125 km distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 125 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 19:50 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 classes and the amenities included in each one.
Discover the best of Bourg-en-Bresse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bourg-en-Bresse trip today.
The city's principal museum inside the royal monastery, showing decorative arts and fine collections in an exceptional historic setting.
Museum dedicated to local resistance and deportation history, offering a focused and moving introduction to regional wartime experiences.
Contemporary exhibition venue presenting changing art displays and cultural programming in a central urban setting.
A broad tree-lined promenade ideal for a gentle walk, with greenery, city views and easy access to nearby cultural sites.
A landscaped leisure park on the edge of town with paths, water features and open space popular for relaxed walks and outdoor time.
The city's main square, framed by shops and civic buildings, and a practical place to pause during a walk through the centre.
Bresse chicken with cream and morels, a classic from the Bresse area prized for its richly flavoured poultry and luxurious regional sauce.
Creamy sauce of Bresse cream and white wine, often served with chicken, fish or quenelles; it reflects the dairy-rich cooking of Bresse.
Soft pike dumplings in a creamy Nantua crayfish sauce, a regional speciality from nearby Nantua commonly found in Bourg-en-Bresse.
Refined dining venue in the Monastère Royal de Brou area, offering polished French cuisine in an elegant setting.
Traditional Bressan restaurant known for regional classics such as poultry in cream sauce, served in a warm, old-town setting.
Casual, well-regarded brasserie for French regional cooking, with a central location and a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in Lyon or Paris, while local transport and everyday cafés remain fairly priced for visitors.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Gare de Bourg-en-Bresse -> Centre-ville de Bourg-en-Bresse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse 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 Bourg-en-Bresse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse trains use the Dijon to Bourg-en-Bresse station pair. Use this guide to compare Dijon and Bourg-en-Bresse train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Dijon is 1 km from Dijon city centre. Public transport options include:
Dijon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: L'Epicerie & Cie, Mama Restaurant Dijon
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Dijon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Dijon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dijon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dijon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dijon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Dijon Gare, Hôtel Kyriad Dijon Gare, Hôtel Oceania Le Jura Dijon.
Bourg-en-Bresse is 1 km from Bourg-en-Bresse city centre. Public transport options include:
Bourg-en-Bresse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Bressan, L'Accent
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bourg-en-Bresse. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bourg-en-Bresse. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bourg-en-Bresse: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Bourg-en-Bresse, Hôtel Le Griffon d'Or, Best Western Hôtel de France.
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