How to get to Besançon from Aix-en-Provence

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Compare coach, train and flight for Aix-en-Provence to Besançon

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a flight costs an average of £393.

Distance: 416 km

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8h 29m

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Compare ways to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon

Compare the available ways to get from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon is a coach with an average price of £53.

This is compared to other travel options from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon:

A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon costing on average £95.

A coach is £341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon costing on average £393.

The fastest way to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon is by train with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Besançon take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 11m.

Coach takes on average 8h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Aix-en-Provence and Besançon including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £121 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £69. The journey takes 7h 59m versus 5h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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How to get to Besançon from Aix-en-Provence by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Besançon by train

The most popular day trips by train from Besançon are Dijon, Lyon, Belfort, Mulhouse and Strasbourg. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Besançon on Omio.

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Day trip from Besançon to Dijon by train

Why visit Dijon for the day?

Dijon is known for mustard, Burgundy wine and a handsome medieval centre. Its timber-framed streets and ducal buildings give the city a refined yet lived-in feel.

A view of Lyon

Day trip from Besançon to Lyon by train

Why visit Lyon for the day?

Lyon is known for its gastronomy, silk heritage and the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon. Set between the Rhône and Saône, it balances historic districts with a modern cultural scene.

A view of Belfort

Day trip from Besançon to Belfort by train

Why visit Belfort for the day?

Belfort is best known for its citadel and the monumental Lion of Belfort, symbols of the city’s military past. Its compact old town and eastern French setting give it a character that feels both historic and practical.

A view of Strasbourg

Day trip from Besançon to Strasbourg by train

Why visit Strasbourg for the day?

Strasbourg is known for its mix of French and German heritage, canal-lined streets and European institutions. The Grande Île, La Petite France and its striking cathedral give the city a distinct Alsatian character.

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FAQs: Aix-en-Provence to Besançon

Travel 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 Aix-en-Provence to Besançon.

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There are 3 options to travel between Aix-en-Provence and Besançon including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon is a coach with an average price of £53.

This is compared to other travel options from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon:

A coach is £43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon costing on average £95.

A coach is £341 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon costing on average £393.

The fastest way to travel from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon is by train with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Besançon take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 11m.

Coach takes on average 8h 29m.

The Aix-en-Provence to Besançon distance is approximately 416 km.
The average frequency per day from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon is:
  • Around 48 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aix-en-Provence and Besançon as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Marseille Provence Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Aix-en-Provence TGV and arrive in Besançon Viotte.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Aix-en-Provence, Avenue de l’Arcade de Meyran (Parking Relais KRYPTON) and arrive in Besancon, Gare de la Viotte.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Austrian Airlines, ITA, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Vueling to go to Besançon by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités to go to Besançon by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Besançon by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Lyon, Dijon, Geneva, Strasbourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Besançon and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Aix-en-Provence to Besançon, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
To thoroughly explore Besançon, including its historical sites and natural scenery, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.

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