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

The cheapest way to get from Lille to Besançon is to rideshare which costs €37 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lille to Besançon is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €95 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Lille and Besançon?

No, there is no direct bus from Lille station to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Lille - Europe Train Station and arriving at Besançon via Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Lille and Besançon?

No, there is no direct train from Lille to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Lille Flandres and arriving at Besancon Viotte via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon and Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Lille to Besançon?

The distance between Lille and Besançon is 605 km. The road distance is 507.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lille to Besançon without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €95 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Lille to Besançon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lille to Besançon bus from?

Lille to Besançon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where do I catch the Lille to Besançon train from?

Lille to Besançon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lille Flandres station.

Train or bus from Lille to Besançon?

The best way to get from Lille to Besançon is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €95 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €100 and takes 10h.

Where does the Lille to Besançon bus arrive?

Lille to Besançon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where does the Lille to Besançon train arrive?

Lille to Besançon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Lille to Besançon?

Yes, the driving distance between Lille to Besançon is 508 km. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Lille to Besançon.

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

Book your Lille to Besançon train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Besançon?

There are 523+ hotels available in Besançon.

Can I share a ride from Lille to Besançon?

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

Lille to Besançon - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lille to Besançon by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Paris Nordtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Besancon Viottetrain Ter
4h 33m
€99–201
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lille to Besançonrideshare 533.4 km
6h 44m
€37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Paris to Besançonbus FlixBus N199
10h
€56–96
Train via Lagny-sur-Marne
1. Take the train from Lille Europe to Marne La Vallee Chessytrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Besancon Viottetrain Ter
5h 9m
€103–207
Train via Lagny-sur-Marne #2
1. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Marne-la-Vallée Chessytrain
2. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dijontrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Besancon Viottetrain Ter
6h 17m
€161–426
Drive 507.6 km
1. Drive from Lille to Besançoncar 507.6 km
6h 4m
€79–114

Lille to Besançon by train

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Distance: 605.3 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Lille Flandres to Besancon Viotte via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Dijon Ville in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Besançon via Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station and Paris in around 10h.

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