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MUDO-Musée de l'Oise
Fine arts museum in the former episcopal palace, with strong collections of painting, sculpture, and decorative arts. Beauvais’s leading museum.
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$131
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Beauvais is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Beauvais will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
It's difficult to get from Besançon to Beauvais without transferring at least 2 times.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Beauvais among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $89.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$92 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Beauvais:
A train is $62 (€62) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Besançon to Beauvais costing on average $155 (€155).
Other travel options to Beauvais take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 48m.
The journey is about 1h 31m faster (3h 52m by train vs 5h 23m by car) and roughly $33 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($92 (€92) vs $126 (€126)). 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.
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 to Beauvais trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:34 AM Besançon | 4h32 | 10:06 AM Beauvais | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:34 AM Besançon | 4h32 | 10:06 AM Beauvais | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:37 AM Besançon | 4h41 | 11:18 AM Beauvais | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 6:37 AM Besançon | 4h41 | 11:18 AM Beauvais | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Besançon to Beauvais run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€47) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€47) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 7:01 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Fine arts museum in the former episcopal palace, with strong collections of painting, sculpture, and decorative arts. Beauvais’s leading museum.
Museum dedicated to the famed Beauvais tapestry tradition, explaining weaving techniques and local artistic heritage. A distinctive cultural stop.
Contemporary exhibition venue hosting changing shows with local and regional artists. Worth checking for current programming and fresh perspectives.
Historic quarter around the cathedral and old streets, best for discovering medieval traces, churches, and traditional urban character on foot.
Central square framed by key civic buildings and shops. It is a practical starting point for exploring Beauvais’s historic core on foot.
Public garden offering greenery close to the center, with paths and calm corners. Ideal for a short break between museum and cathedral visits.
A creamy cow’s milk cheese from Picardy with a bloomy rind and rich, buttery taste. It is one of the region’s best-known traditional products.
A soft washed-rind cheese from nearby Picardy, known for its orange rind and strong aroma. It is a classic northern French table cheese.
A sweet tart from the region made with apples and cream or custard. It is a comforting northern French dessert found in local bakeries.
Casual crêperie appreciated for savoury galettes and sweet crêpes. Good for trying a regional-style meal in an informal atmosphere.
Established French restaurant in Beauvais known for classic dishes, polished service, and a traditional dining room suited to a relaxed meal.
Well-known local brasserie serving French regional favorites in a casual setting. A practical choice for traditional food near the city center.
More affordable than Paris; hotels, meals, and local transport are usually lower, but airport-area prices can be higher.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
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Beauvais Airport -> Place Jeanne Hachette, Beauvais
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon to Beauvais 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 Beauvais, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Besançon to Beauvais trains use the Besançon Viotte to Beauvais station pair. Use this guide to compare Besançon and Beauvais train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Besançon Viotte has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Pain Soleil, Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in the front of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 17:10, Sat - Sun: 10:00 - 17:10. Information desks are located at the south entrance to the underground level. .
Available at Besançon Viotte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Besançon Viotte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Besançon Viotte: 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.
Nearby hotels include ibis budget Besançon Centre Gare, Victor Hugo Hotel and Spa, Le Viotte King Size.
Beauvais has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Senso, La Table de Céline
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Beauvais. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Beauvais. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Beauvais: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Beauvais: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beauvais: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Originals City, Hotel City, Beauvais, Hotel Mercure Beauvais Centre Cathédrale, Hotel Ibis Beauvais Aeroport.
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