The average train between Clermont-Ferrand and Besançon takes 7h 8m and the fastest train takes 5h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Clermont-Ferrand 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 every 4 hours between Clermont-Ferrand and Besançon. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Clermont-Ferrand is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Besançon at 9:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Nevers and take an average of 7h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Clermont-Ferrand 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 Clermont-Ferrand to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Clermont-Ferrand station and arriving at Besançon station via Nevers. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.
Clermont-Ferrand to Besançon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Clermont Ferrand station.
Clermont-Ferrand to Besançon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Besancon Viotte station.
Book your Clermont-Ferrand to Besançon train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Clermont-Ferrand and Besançon is 277.5 km. The road distance is 470 km.
You can take a train from Clermont Ferrand to Besancon Viotte via Nevers and Dijon Ville in around 5h 40m.