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.
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Compare train and coach for Montbéliard to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montbéliard to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, while a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 66 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Montbéliard to Besançon
Compare the available ways to get from Montbéliard to Besançon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Montbéliard to Besançon is a train with an average price of £17.
This is compared to other travel options from Montbéliard to Besançon:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Montbéliard to Besançon costing on average £17.
The fastest way to travel from Montbéliard to Besançon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.
Other travel options to Besançon take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 40m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Montbéliard and Besançon including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 1h 1m versus 1h 1m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Montbéliard to Besançon
How to get to Besançon from Montbéliard by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Montbéliard to Besançon is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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11:51 0h55 Montbéliard station 12:46 Besançon Viotte £17 1 One-way 0 changes
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11:51 0h55 Montbéliard station 12:46 Besançon Viotte £17 1 One-way 0 changes
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11:51 0h55 Montbéliard station 12:46 Besançon Viotte £17 1 One-way 0 changes
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16:51 0h55 Montbéliard station 17:46 Besançon Viotte £17 1 One-way 0 changes - 894006
9:51 0h55 Montbéliard station 10:46 Besançon Viotte £17 1 One-way 0 changes - 894004
8:51 0h55 Montbéliard station 9:46 Besançon Viotte £17 1 One-way 0 changes
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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.
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.
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.
Day trip from Besançon to Mulhouse by train
Why visit Mulhouse for the day?
Mulhouse is an eastern French city shaped by textile wealth and a strong industrial past. It is best known for major car and rail museums, with painted facades and lively squares adding local character.
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: Montbéliard 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 Montbéliard to Besançon.
There are 2 options to travel between Montbéliard and Besançon including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Montbéliard to Besançon is a train with an average price of £17.
This is compared to other travel options from Montbéliard to Besançon:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Montbéliard to Besançon costing on average £17.
The fastest way to travel from Montbéliard to Besançon is by train with an average journey time of 1h 31m.
Other travel options to Besançon take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 40m.
The Montbéliard to Besançon distance is approximately 66 km.
The average frequency per day from Montbéliard to Besançon is:
- Around 11 trains per day.
- Around 1 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Montbéliard and Besançon as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Montbéliard to Besançon:
- Trains mostly depart from Montbéliard station and arrive in Besançon Viotte.
- Coaches mostly depart from Belfort, Faubourg de Montbéliard, Hotel KYRIAD and arrive in Besancon, Gare de la Viotte.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Montbéliard to Besançon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Besançon by coach.
- Travel with TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Besançon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Montbéliard to Besançon with the following travel companies:
- 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
- 11 direct trains per day with TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.
Omio customers who travel from Montbéliard 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 Montbéliard to Besançon, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
To thoroughly explore Besançon, including its historical sites and natural scenery, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal.
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