The average train between Amsterdam and Besançon takes 8h 42m and the fastest train takes 6h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Amsterdam to Besançon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Amsterdam and Besançon. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Amsterdam is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Besançon at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 8h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 54m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Amsterdam to Besançon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Amsterdam to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal station and arriving at Besancon Viotte station via Paris Nord station and Dijon Ville station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.
Amsterdam to Besançon train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.
Amsterdam to Besançon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Besancon Viotte station.
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The distance between Amsterdam and Besançon is 575.6 km. The road distance is 693 km.
You can take a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Besancon Viotte via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Dijon Ville in around 6h 57m.