How much does a train ticket from Besançon to Lyon cost?

The average train ticket price from Besançon to Lyon is $54. The best way to find train tickets from Besançon to Lyon is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Besançon to Lyon?

A train trip between Besançon and Lyon is around 2h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 21m. This is the time it takes to travel the 117 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Besançon and Lyon?

The number of trains from Besançon to Lyon can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Besançon to Lyon by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?

Once in Lyon, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are La Place des Terreaux/Bartholdi Fountain, Boat Trips, Institut Lumière, Musée d’Art Contemporain, Parc de la Tête d'Or.

Trains from Besançon to Lyon | TER, TGV inOui

Compare 3 ways to go from Besançon to Lyon.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $56	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$43 - $78	Average Duration2h 57m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$15 - $47	Average Duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Besançon to Lyon

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

2h 40mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Train Besançon to Lyon: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$54

Average train trip duration2h 57m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure6:51am

Distance117 miles (188 km)

Latest train departure6:14pm

Train Companies

TER

4/524 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

TGV inOui

4/551 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in FR:Trenitalia, Renfe, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn

Besançon to Lyon Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Besançon and Lyon?

Stops in Besançon

A - Gare de la Viotte

Stops in Lyon

A - Lyon Part-Dieu

B - Perrache

C - Lyon Airport

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Besançon to Lyon is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lyon you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Besançon and Lyon compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Besançon to Lyon, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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Train from Lyon to Besançon

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