The average train between Liège and Besançon takes 7h 32m and the fastest train takes 5h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Liège 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 5 times a day between Liège and Besançon. The earliest departure is at 7:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Liège is at 7:51 PM which arrives into Besançon at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 7h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 24m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Liège 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 Liège to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Liège, Guillemins Bf station and arriving at Besancon Viotte station via Paris Nord station and Dijon Ville station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.
Liège to Besançon train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Liège, Guillemins Bf station.
Liège 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 Liège and Besançon is 377.8 km. The road distance is 463 km.
You can take a train from Liège, Guillemins Bf to Besancon Viotte via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Dijon Ville in around 5h 50m.