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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Besançon to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$225
Average price
$233
Fastest journey
9 h 27 m
Average duration
9 h 51 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
720 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Barcelona will cost around $233 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $225.
It's difficult to get from Besançon to Barcelona without transferring at least 2 times.
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097429:56 AM9h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2251One-way2 transfers- 894206+09742+219018:56 AM10h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2251One-way2 transfers
- 894206+117769+097428:56 AM10h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2251One-way2 transfers
- 894206+
4200+097428:56 AM10h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2311One-way2 transfers 
6702+894508+117769+097428:08 AM11h15Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2361One-way3 transfers
- 894208+9877+097429:56 AM9h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2381One-way2 transfers
- 894208+21901+097429:56 AM9h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2251One-way2 transfers
- 894208+12179+097429:56 AM9h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2381One-way2 transfers
- 894206+09742+219018:56 AM10h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2251One-way2 transfers
- 894206+4200+097428:56 AM10h27Besançon Viotte7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2311One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Besançon to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $163.
Distance: 447 miles (720 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$329 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price | $277 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Besançon to Barcelona:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Besançon to Barcelona costing on average $142 (€113).
A bus is $247 (€198) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Besançon to Barcelona costing on average $329 (€263).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 0m.
Bus takes on average 11h 40m.
You'll arrive about 53m sooner (8h 0m by train vs 8h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $329 (€263) compared to roughly $277 (€222) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Besançon to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Besançon to Barcelona trains for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
894210+ 9210+9715 | 10:56 AM Besançon Viotte | 10h36 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Besançon to Barcelona
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Trains from Besançon to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $163 (€130) but you can travel from only $43 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 10:56. The fastest train covers the 447 miles (720 km) distance in 10h 36m.
Distance 447 miles (720 km) |
Average train duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $163 (€130) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 36m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 10:56 AM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Besançon to Barcelona trainsAVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Besançon and Barcelona from $43 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Besançon to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Besançon to Barcelona
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10
- Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account.
- Pain Soleil
- Selecta
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
- ibis budget Besançon Centre Gare
- Victor Hugo Hotel and Spa
- Le Viotte King Size
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10
- Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10
- Located at the south entrance to the underground level.
- Tram lines: T2
- Bus lines: L3, L5, 8, T2
- Train lines: TGV, TER Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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