Question 1

Is travel by train currently allowed from Basel, Switzerland to Besançon, France?

Accepted Answer

Travel between Basel, Switzerland and Besançon, France by train is: Unrestricted.

What is the status of international entry into France from Switzerland?

International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in France from Basel?

Conditions of entry:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Besançon, France?

When traveling in France, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

Physical distance requirement: metre (s) ( feet)
Face mask requirement: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 2/21/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Basel and Besançon before traveling.

Question 2

What restrictions are there on reentering Switzerland from Besançon, France?

Accepted Answer

The current restriction level for your return trip by train from Besançon to Basel is: Unrestricted

Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Switzerland from France?

Reentry to Switzerland is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of France

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Besançon?

What are the requirements?

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Basel, Switzerland?

The government of Switzerland has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
Face mask: Regional advice

Last checked on 2/21/23. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your train to Basel from Besançon here.

Question 3

What is the price of the cheapest train from Basel to Besançon?

Accepted Answer

Omio customers have found the cheapest trains from Basel to Besançon to cost as little as $32 (€28) in the next 7 days.

Question 4

What is the cost of a train between Basel and Besançon?

Accepted Answer

In the next 7 days you can expect to pay on average $33 (€29) for a train ticket from Basel to Besançon.

Question 5

What is the distance between Basel and Besançon by train?

Accepted Answer

The train distance from Basel to Besançon is around 75 miles (121 km).

Question 6

How long is a train to Besançon from Basel on average?

Accepted Answer

The train time between Basel and Besançon is on average 1 h 58 min for the 75 miles (121 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Besançon from Basel by train can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

Question 7

When traveling by train from Basel to Besançon, which train station in Basel do I depart from and which train station in Besançon do I arrive in?

Accepted Answer

When taking a train from Basel, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including Basel SBB, Basel Bad Bhf and Basel, Birmannsgasse. When you arrive in Besançon, your train can arrive in train stations including Gare de Besançon Viotte, Besançon-Mouillère and Besancon.

Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Basel SBB to Gare de Besançon Viotte.

Question 8

Where is the Basel train station located? Where is the Besançon train station located?

Accepted Answer

Passengers board the train most frequently from Basel SBB, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Gare de Besançon Viotte, located 0.5 miles (763 m) away from the city center.

Question 9

Which train providers can get me from Basel to Besançon?

Accepted Answer

Take the Basel to Besançon train with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TER or SNCF | TGV. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Basel to Besançon as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Question 10

What time is the earliest train from Basel to Besançon? What time is the last train from Basel to Besançon?

Accepted Answer

The earliest train for this trip departs from Basel at 10: 51 AM. The last train leaves from Basel at 10: 51 AM. Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Basel to Besançon and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

Question 11

How far in advance should I purchase train tickets between Basel and Besançon for the best deals?

Accepted Answer

If you book the Basel to Besançon train within the next 7 days, you can find one way tickets to cost on average $33 (€29). However, booking your train ticket in advance gives you access to the best prices for trains between Basel and Besançon. Look out for train tickets for this route to go on sale a few months before your planned departure date to find the best deals.

	Distance	75 miles (121 km)
	Average train duration	1 h 58 min
	Average train ticket price	$33 (€29)
	Direct train	No
	Train companies	SNCF \| TGV Lyria, SNCF \| TGV INOUI, SNCF \| TER or SNCF \| TGV

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