The average train between Leipzig and Besançon takes 14h 45m and the fastest train takes 8h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig 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 twice daily between Leipzig and Besançon. The earliest departure is at 6:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Besançon at 11:17 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 14h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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11h 28m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Besançon station via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.
Leipzig to Besançon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Besançon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv station.
Book your Leipzig to Besançon train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), TGV inOui and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leipzig and Besançon is 647 km. The road distance is 839 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Besancon Viotte via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, Strasbourg, and Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv in around 8h 52m.