How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Besançon?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Besançon start from $16. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Besançon?

The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Besançon is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lyon to Besançon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Besançon?

The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Besançon at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Besançon?

A bus trip from Lyon to Besançon generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Lyon to Besançon?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11333 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Besançon?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Lyon to Besançon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Besançon?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lyon to Besançon from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Besançon on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:20am	Perrache	3h 15m	8:35am	Gare de la Viotte	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Perrache	3h	8:05pm	Gare de la Viotte	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Perrache	4h	5:15pm	Gare de la Viotte	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Perrache	3h 10m	9:25pm	Gare de la Viotte	No tags
Bus	5:05pm	Aéroport LYS	4h 20m	9:25pm	Gare de la Viotte	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Besançon on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:25am	Perrache	3h 20m	4:45am	Gare de la Viotte	Cheapest
Bus	5:20am	Perrache	3h 15m	8:35am	Gare de la Viotte	Fastest
Bus	4:35am	Lyon - Perrache Bus Station	4h 10m	8:45am	Av. du Maréchal Foch	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Aéroport LYS	10h 40m	4:35am	Gare de la Viotte	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Besançon on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Perrache	3h 15m	8:35am	Gare de la Viotte	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Lyon to Besançon on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Perrache	3h 10m	9:25pm	Gare de la Viotte	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Perrache	3h	8:05pm	Gare de la Viotte	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	Perrache	3h 15m	8:35am	Gare de la Viotte	No tags
Bus	5:05pm	Aéroport LYS	4h 20m	9:25pm	Gare de la Viotte	No tags

Next departures for Lyon to Besançon on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15pm	Perrache	3h 10m	9:25pm	Gare de la Viotte	Cheapest
Bus	5:05pm	Perrache	3h	8:05pm	Gare de la Viotte	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	Perrache	3h 15m	8:35am	Gare de la Viotte	No tags
Bus	5:05pm	Aéroport LYS	4h 20m	9:25pm	Gare de la Viotte	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:02 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lyon to Besançon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Besançon. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

117 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $88	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $53	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Besançon?

Stops in Lyon

A
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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B
Lyon Airport
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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
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Visit page

Stops in Besançon

A
Gare de la Viotte
4 Avenue de la Paix, , 25000 Besancon, France
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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
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E
La Comtoise
La Comtoise, 25480 École-Valentin, France

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,913 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,345 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lyon to Besançon by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Besançon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Besançon start from $16. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Besançon?
The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Besançon is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Besançon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Besançon?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Besançon at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Besançon?
A bus trip from Lyon to Besançon generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lyon to Besançon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11333 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Besançon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lyon to Besançon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Besançon?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/03

$28

01/04

$32

Today

$22

01/06

$20

01/07

$17

01/08

$13

01/09

$14

01/10

$14

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Besançon was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $13

To 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 $13 to $35 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 $13 which is on 2026-01-08.