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

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Besançon is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Besançon is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Olten and Besançon?

No, there is no direct bus from Olten to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Besançon via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Olten and Besançon?

No, there is no direct train from Olten to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Olten and arriving at Besancon Viotte via Basel SBB, Mulhouse Ville and Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Olten to Besançon?

The distance between Olten and Besançon is 213 km. The road distance is 175.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Besançon without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €40 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Olten to Besançon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olten to Besançon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Olten to Besançon train from?

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

Train or bus from Olten to Besançon?

The best way to get from Olten to Besançon is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €40 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Olten to Besançon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Olten to Besançon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Olten to Besançon?

Yes, the driving distance between Olten to Besançon is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Olten to Besançon.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Olten to Basel SBBtrain S3 / ...
2. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte Tgvtrain Tgv
3h 56m
€40–147
Drive 175.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Olten to Besançoncar 175.7 km
2h 35m
€31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Besançonbus FlixBus N199
4h 22m
€32–51

Olten to Besançon by train

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Distance: 212.5 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Olten to Besancon Viotte via Basel SBB, Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, and Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Besançon once daily. Tickets cost €14–25 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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