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 coach, train and flight for Nantes to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £74 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, while a flight costs an average of £406.
Distance: 571 km
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£133 Average Price | £406 Average Price | £74 Average Price Cheapest | £178 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Nantes to Besançon
Compare the available ways to get from Nantes to Besançon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Besançon is a coach with an average price of £74.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Besançon:
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Besançon costing on average £133.
A coach is £333 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Besançon costing on average £406.
The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Besançon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.
Other travel options to Besançon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 33m.
Coach takes on average 11h 22m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nantes and Besançon including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 2h 0m faster (5h 3m by train vs 7h 3m by car) and roughly £46 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£133 vs £178). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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How to get to Besançon from Nantes by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Nantes to Besançon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
23:30 15h30 Nantes 15:00 Besançon £48 1 One-way 0 changes
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23:30 15h30 Nantes 15:00 Besançon £48 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
15:30 12h05 Nantes 3:35 Besançon £55 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
14:30 12h05 Nantes 2:35 Besançon £83 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: Nantes 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 Nantes to Besançon.
There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Besançon including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Besançon is a coach with an average price of £74.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Besançon:
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Besançon costing on average £133.
A coach is £333 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Besançon costing on average £406.
The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Besançon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.
Other travel options to Besançon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 33m.
Coach takes on average 11h 22m.
The Nantes to Besançon distance is approximately 571 km.
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Besançon is:
- Around 66 flights per day.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes 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 Nantes to Besançon:
- Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Besançon Viotte.
- Coaches mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Besancon, Gare de la Viotte.
- Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Besançon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Besançon by coach.
- Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités to go to Besançon by train.
- Travel with Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Vueling, easyJet, ITA, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic to go to Besançon by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nantes to Besançon:
- 2 direct flights per day with easyJet, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes 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 Nantes 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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