- Must visit
Cité de l’Automobile
One of the world’s largest car museums, featuring the Schlumpf collection with exceptional Bugatti models and immersive exhibits. A signature Mulhouse attraction.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Besançon to Mulhouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Mulhouse will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 6 buses that leave Besançon for Mulhouse on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Mulhouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Besançon to Mulhouse:
A bus is $26 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Besançon to Mulhouse costing on average $36 (€30).
Other travel options to Mulhouse take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 55m.
Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $41 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $31 (€25). The journey takes 1h 55m versus 1h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Besançon to Mulhouse buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:40 AM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 2h05 | 6:45 AM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 AM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 2h15 | 8:35 AM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 2h00 | 6:00 PM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 2h05 | 6:40 PM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 2h20 | 10:30 PM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 2h15 | 11:50 PM Mulhouse, Gare Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Besançon to Mulhouse run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:05 PM |
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Discover the best of Mulhouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mulhouse trip today.
One of the world’s largest car museums, featuring the Schlumpf collection with exceptional Bugatti models and immersive exhibits. A signature Mulhouse attraction.
France’s national railway museum with historic locomotives, themed exhibition halls, and interactive displays. Especially strong for families and transport enthusiasts.
Fine arts museum in a historic townhouse, known for European paintings from the 15th to 20th centuries and temporary exhibitions.
The main square of Mulhouse, lined with colorful historic buildings and lively terraces. The city’s essential starting point for sightseeing.
Large landscaped park area combining botanical gardens and zoo spaces, popular for leisurely walks and photography as well as family visits.
Central city park popular for relaxed walks, trees, lawns, and local everyday atmosphere close to the center.
Alsace’s signature thin-crust flatbread, topped with crème fraîche, onions, and lardons. It is a local classic shared in taverns across Mulhouse and the wider region.
A hearty Alsatian specialty of fermented cabbage cooked with white wine and served with sausages and cured meats. It is one of the region’s most emblematic dishes.
A traditional slow-baked casserole of potatoes, onions, and marinated meats, usually cooked with Alsatian white wine. It is deeply rooted in family cooking in Alsace.
An established Mulhouse restaurant known for polished French cuisine, careful presentation, and a more refined dining atmosphere in the city center.
A well-known upscale address in Mulhouse offering classic French and regional cooking in an elegant setting suited to a leisurely meal.
A long-established traditional venue near the zoo, appreciated for Alsatian and French dishes in a relaxed, historic brasserie-style atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards. Casual dining is reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law. Tipping is optional; leave EUR 1-2 in cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up for taxis.
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Mulhouse Gare Centrale, Mulhouse -> Place De La Réunion, Mulhouse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon to Mulhouse by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mulhouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Besançon to Mulhouse buses use the Besancon, Gare de la Viotte to Mulhouse, Gare Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Mulhouse, Gare Routière. Use this guide to compare Besançon and Mulhouse bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Mulhouse, Gare Centrale is 1 km from Mulhouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Mulhouse, Gare Centrale has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mulhouse, Gare Centrale: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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