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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Besançon is to bus which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 50m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Basel 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 and Besançon?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Besançon. However, there are services departing from St Louis and arriving at Besancon Viotte via Mulhouse Ville and Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Basel to Besançon?

The distance between Basel and Besançon is 166 km. The road distance is 139.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Besançon without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €27 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Basel to Besançon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Besançon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Basel to Besançon train from?

Basel to Besançon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Mulhouse Ville station.

Train or bus from Basel to Besançon?

The best way to get from Basel to Besançon is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs €27 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €24 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Basel to Besançon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Basel to Besançon train arrive?

Basel to Besançon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv station.

Can I drive from Basel to Besançon?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Besançon is 139 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Basel to Besançon.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Besançon?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte Tgvtrain Tgv
2h 12m
€28–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Besançonbus FlixBus N199
2h 50m
€14–24
Drive 139.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Besançoncar 139.5 km
2h
€25–36

Basel to Besançon by train

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2h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.3 km
Duration: 2h 12m

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

TGV inOui operates a train from Mulhouse Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv hourly. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 45 min. Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) also services this route once daily. 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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