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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Besançon
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Besançon will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 6 buses that leave Lyon for Besançon on Tue, Jan 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lyon to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Lyon to Besançon Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Lyon to Besançon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Besançon buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 3h15 | 7:35 AM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Besançon
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Buses from Lyon to Besançon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Lyon to Besançon start from as low as $16 (€13) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $27 (€22) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 8 daily trains from Lyon to Besançon with 8 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 0m but the average duration is 3h 15m
Train Operators
- Travel from Lyon to Besançon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, and BlaBlaCar Bus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is FlixBus.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and arrive in Besancon, Gare de la Viotte
- First train typically departs at 12:50 AM and the last at 11:50 PM
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to BesançonYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Besançon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Besançon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Besançon 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 Besançon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Lyon, you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Gare Perrache and Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport. When arriving in Besançon, you can end your journey in bus stations like Besancon, Gare de la Viotte and Besançon, Parking Relais Micropolis.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Besancon, Gare de la Viotte, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Lyon to Besançon, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Besançon
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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