The cheapest and fastest trains from Montpellier to Besançon
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
438 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montpellier to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Besançon will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
To travel from Montpellier to Besançon you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Montpellier to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier 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 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £54.
Distance: 438 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£79 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Montpellier to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Besançon trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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5062 · 5516+ 894530 | On time 08:12 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 5h18 | 13:30 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
9862 · 5516+ 894530 | On time 08:12 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 5h18 | 13:30 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
6871+ 17806+ 894219 | On time 09:07 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 5h57 | 15:04 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
5500+ 894554 | On time 12:57 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 5h00 | 17:57 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
9864+ 17764+ 894267 | On time 13:51 Montpellier-Saint-Roch | 5h53 | 19:44 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
6050 · 9896+ 894562 | On time 13:52 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h00 | 19:52 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
5358+ 895814 | On time 15:41 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 4h28 | 20:09 Besançon Viotte | 1 change | |
5182+ 17816+ 894269 | On time 16:10 Montpellier-Sud-de-France | 6h05 | 22:15 Besançon Viotte | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montpellier to Besançon
Trains from Montpellier to Besançon run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 18:09. The fastest train covers the 438 km distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 438 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 18:09 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, TGV INOUI from Montpellier to Besançon trainsSNCF TER, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Montpellier and Besançon from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Montpellier to Besançon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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 Montpellier and Besançon
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Automatic lockers are located at the end of the NEF (upper hall of the station) near the Pont de Lattes entrance.
- Galzin
- Selecta
- Agora
- Les Halles Solanid
- PAUL
- Quick
- Wheelchairs available. Disabled traveler assistance available in the upper level behind the Adopt store.
- Privilege Hotel Eurociel Centre Comedie
- Crowne Plaza Montpellier
- Hotel MISTRAL Comedie Saint Roch
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 19:00
- Tram lines: 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus lines: 6, 7, 8, 11, 12
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER L3, Intercités, AVE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, but it is noted to be expensive.
- Restaurant Le Sud
- Brasserie du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Ibis Budget Montpellier Sud de France
- Kyriad Montpellier Sud
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for TGV and regional trains
- Bus: Line 606
- Tram: Line 1 (requires a transfer to reach the station)
- 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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