Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Perrache | Gare de la Viotte | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Perrache | Gare de la Viotte | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Perrache | Gare de la Viotte | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Aéroport LYS | Gare de la Viotte | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 17:30 CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Besançon
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Besançon. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£15 - £85 | Average duration3h 20m | 5kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£11 - £40 | Average duration2h 40m | 8kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Besançon?
Stops in Lyon
- BRue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in Besançon
- A4 Avenue de la Paix, , 25000 Besancon, France
- B
Besançon - Rue de Châtillon
1 Rue de Châtillon, 25480 École-Valentin, France - C
Besançon
52, Grande Rue, 25000 Besancon, , France - D
Besançon - Parking relais Micropolis
Parking relais Micropolis, 25000 Besançon , France - E
La Comtoise
La Comtoise, 25480 École-Valentin, France
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lyon to Besançon
What's the distance between Lyon and Besançon by coach?
The distance between Lyon and Besançon by coach is approximately 117 miles (189 km).
How can I get from Lyon to Besançon without driving?
You can travel to Besançon from Lyon by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Besançon was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Besançon as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £53 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Besançon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-11-25.
