What is the cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon?

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon is to bus which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon?

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon is to drive which takes 2h and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Basel SBB Station and Besançon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Besançon. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Basel SBB Station and Besançon?

No, there is no direct train from Basel SBB Station to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Besancon Viotte via Mulhouse Ville and Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Basel SBB Station to Besançon?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Besançon is 173 km. The road distance is 141 km.

How do I travel from Basel SBB Station to Besançon without a car?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €35 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Besançon bus from?

Basel SBB Station to Besançon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Besançon train from?

Basel SBB Station to Besançon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel SBB Station to Besançon?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs €35 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Besançon bus arrive?

Basel SBB Station to Besançon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Besançon station.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Besançon train arrive?

Basel SBB Station to Besançon train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Mulhouse station.

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Besançon?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Besançon is 141 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Basel SBB Station to Besançon.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel SBB Station to Besançon?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basel SBB Station to Besançon?

Book your Basel SBB Station to Besançon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Basel SBB Station to Besançon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Basel SBB Station to Besançon by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Mulhousetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte Tgvtrain Tgv
2h 18m
€35–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Besançonbus FlixBus N199
2h 54m
€14–24
Drive 141 km
1. Drive from Basel SBB Station to Besançoncar 141 km
2h
€25–36

Basel SBB Station to Besançon by train

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.3 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Basel SBB Station, Switzerland and Besançon, France?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Besancon Viotte via Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, and Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Besançon once daily. Tickets cost €14–24 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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