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

The cheapest way to get from Besançon to Marseille is to rideshare which costs €37 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Besançon to Marseille is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €70 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Besançon and Marseille?

No, there is no direct bus from Besançon to Marseille station. However, there are services departing from Besançon and arriving at Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station via Lyon - Gerland Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Besançon and Marseille?

No, there is no direct train from Besançon to Marseille. However, there are services departing from Besancon Viotte and arriving at Marseille St Charles via Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Besançon to Marseille?

The distance between Besançon and Marseille is 539 km. The road distance is 538.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Besançon to Marseille without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €70 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Besançon to Marseille, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Besançon to Marseille bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Besançon to Marseille train from?

Besançon to Marseille train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Besancon Viotte station.

Train or bus from Besançon to Marseille?

The best way to get from Besançon to Marseille is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Besançon to Marseille bus arrive?

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

Where does the Besançon to Marseille train arrive?

Besançon to Marseille train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Besançon to Marseille?

Yes, the driving distance between Besançon to Marseille is 539 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Besançon to Marseille.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Marseille?

There are 4209+ hotels available in Marseille.

Can I share a ride from Besançon to Marseille?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Besançon and Marseille. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 8 ways to get from Besançon to Marseille by train (TGV, Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, train, plane, train (TGV), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
4h 45m
€72–182
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Besançon to Marseillerideshare 537.6 km
6h 40m
€37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Besançon to Lyonbus 720 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 49m
€42–70
Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane LYS - MRS
5h 51m
€135–345
Train via Marseille Saint Ch
1. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Marseille Saint Chtrain Trn
5h 19m
€92–152
Train #2
1. Take the train from Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
5h 24m
€102–184
Drive 538.6 km
1. Drive from Besançon to Marseillecar 538.6 km
5h 27m
€86–125
Train to Strasbourg International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv to Strasbourgtrain
2. Fly from Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)plane SXB - MRS
6h 12m
€80–354

Besançon to Marseille by train

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Distance: 538.6 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Besançon, France and Marseille, France?

You can take a train from Besancon Viotte to Marseille St Charles via Lyon Part Dieu in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Besançon to Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station via Lyon - Gerland Bus Station in around 9h 49m.

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