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Musée du Louvre
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 11 trains that leave Besançon Franche-Comté TGV for Paris Gare de Lyon on Wed, Jun 24, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 24 the direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Wed, Jun 24 the slowest trains 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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6762Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 196 miles (316 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $187 Average price | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $69 (€57).
A bus is $147 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $187 (€153).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
Flight takes on average 6h 37m.
The journey is about 1h 5m faster (2h 50m by train vs 3h 55m by car) and roughly $49 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($69 (€57) vs $117 (€96)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Tuesday, June 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6700 | 6:34 AM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h08 | 8:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6762 | 6:53 AM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h15 | 9:08 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6702 | 8:34 AM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h08 | 10:42 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
5521+ 9264 | 8:42 AM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h26 | 11:08 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
9210+ 9877 | 10:44 AM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h54 | 1:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
6704 | 12:45 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h23 | 3:08 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
9879+ 9222 | 2:44 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h54 | 5:38 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
6706 | 4:28 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h14 | 6:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
6708 | 6:34 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2h08 | 8:42 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
9234+ 6709 | 7:26 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 3h18 | 10:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 18:37. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 6:37 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris Gare de Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris Gare de Lyon trip today.
Paris’s flagship museum with world-famous collections spanning antiquities, sculpture, and painting. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Major museum in a former railway station, best known for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
Landmark modern and contemporary art museum with a bold inside-out design and strong permanent collections.
One of Paris’s most atmospheric districts, known for historic streets, boutiques, galleries, and lively public spaces.
Classic Paris garden with formal lawns, statues, fountains, and a relaxed Left Bank atmosphere.
Elegant planned square with arcades, red-brick mansions, and one of the city’s most pleasant places to stroll or rest.
Classic Parisian onion soup topped with bread and melted cheese, long associated with traditional brasseries and late-night dining in the capital.
A staple of Paris brasseries: grilled steak served with fries, valued for its simplicity and strong connection to everyday French dining culture.
A beloved Paris café sandwich of ham, bread, béchamel, and melted cheese, often eaten as a quick lunch in bistros and cafés.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famed for its ornate Belle Époque dining rooms and classic French cuisine.
Well-known brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, popular for seafood, Alsatian touches, and dependable service in a lively station-side setting.
Established French restaurant inside the Novotel Paris Gare de Lyon, known for polished modern brasserie cooking in a quieter setting.
Prices around Gare de Lyon are high by French standards, especially for hotels and sit-down dining, though bakeries and chains offer cheaper options.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated but not expected.
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Paris Gare de Lyon -> Chatelet-Les Halles
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Besançon Franche-Comté TGV to Paris Gare de Lyon trains use the Besançon Viotte to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare Besançon Franche-Comté TGV and Paris Gare de Lyon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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