1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 33 m
Trains on 05 Sept
17
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 17 trains from Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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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895802Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 188 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£32 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte:
A coach is £17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte costing on average £32.
Other travel options to Besançon Viotte take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 15m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £23. The journey takes 2h 41m versus 2h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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12182+ 894562 | Delayed 16:10 18:00Lyon Part Dieu | 2h52 | 20:52 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
895814 | On time 18:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h39 | 21:09 Besançon Viotte | 0 changesdirect | |
17816+ 6715+ 894570 | 19:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h36 | 22:52 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
17816+ 894269 | 19:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h59 | 23:15 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
4300+ 894209 | 7:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h00 | 10:04 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
895802 | 7:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h39 | 10:09 Besançon Viotte | 0 changesdirect | |
9898+ 894211 | 8:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h35 | 11:07 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
895804 | 9:42 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h27 | 12:09 Besançon Viotte | 0 changesdirect | |
12183+ 894522 | 10:01 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h26 | 12:27 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
12176+ 894530 | 11:38 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h52 | 14:30 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
889473 · 895912 | 12:12 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h57 | 16:09 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
17760+ 894259 | 13:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h28 | 16:44 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
889477 · 895914 | 14:12 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h58 | 17:10 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
17762+ 894263 | 15:16 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h28 | 18:44 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
5500+ 894554 | 16:01 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h54 | 18:55 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
895810 | 16:30 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h39 | 19:09 Besançon Viotte | 0 changesdirect | |
4302+ 894227 | 17:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 3h00 | 20:04 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
4302+ 6709+ 894558 | 17:04 Lyon Part Dieu | 2h48 | 19:52 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 18:16. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 39m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 18:16 |
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Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Compare SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 classes and the amenities included in each one.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte 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 Viotte, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Besançon Viotte station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon Part Dieu and Besançon Viotte train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Besançon Viotte has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pain Soleil, Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in the front of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10. Information desks are located at the south entrance to the underground level. .
Available at Besançon Viotte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Besançon Viotte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Besançon Viotte: 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.
Nearby hotels include ibis budget Besançon Centre Gare, Victor Hugo Hotel and Spa, Le Viotte King Size.