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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Besançon
Cheapest price
£121
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
584 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Besançon will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £121.
To travel from Rennes to Besançon you need to make at least one change.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rennes to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £115.
Distance: 584 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£111 Average Price | £66 Average Price Cheapest | £215 Average Price |
4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 33m Average total duration 13h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rennes to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Besançon trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:27 Rennes | 7h17 | 17:44 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:35 Rennes | 6h17 | 17:52 Besançon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Besançon
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Trains from Rennes to Besançon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 584 km distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 584 km |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 19:39 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Rennes to Besançon trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Rennes and Besançon from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rennes to Besançon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes 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 Rennes and Besançon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon.
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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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