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Pergamonmuseum
World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€42
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€125
Fastest journey on Sep 12
9 h 16 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
10 h 23 m
Trains on Sep 12
5
Distance
790 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Berlin will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
It's difficult to get from Besançon to Berlin without transferring at least once.
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FlixTrainOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €35, while a flight costs an average of €537.
Distance: 490 miles (790 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€35 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price | €537 Average price | €169 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 9m Average total duration 15h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Besançon to Berlin:
A train is €46 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Besançon to Berlin costing on average €81.
A train is €502 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Besançon to Berlin costing on average €537.
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 24m.
Bus takes on average 15h 39m.
The journey is about 2h 5m faster (8h 24m by train vs 10h 29m by car) and roughly €134 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€35 vs €169). 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 Berlin trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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894508+ ICE 9591 · ICE 596+ 9898 | On time 8:08 AM Besançon Viotte | 12h23 | 8:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
894508+ 87429 · ICE 370+ 9898 | On time 8:08 AM Besançon Viotte | 11h25 | 7:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
894508+ ICE 9591 · ICE 370+ 9898 | On time 8:08 AM Besançon Viotte | 11h25 | 7:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
894516+ ICE 9591 · ICE 370+ 9898 | On time 9:38 AM Besançon Viotte | 9h55 | 7:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
894516+ 87429 · ICE 370+ 9898 | On time 9:38 AM Besançon Viotte | 9h55 | 7:33 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
894516+ ICE 9591 · ICE 596+ 9898 | On time 9:38 AM Besançon Viotte | 10h53 | 8:31 PM Berlin Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Besançon to Berlin run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 490 miles (790 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 490 miles (790 km) |
Average train duration 8h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 50m |
First train 12:22 AM |
Last train 9:35 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 6 days |
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World-famous museum of ancient Greek and Roman art, celebrated for the Pergamon Altar and monumental archaeological treasures.
Renowned collection of 19th-century European painting, including Caspar David Friedrich, in a grand museum on Kulturforum.
One of Europe’s leading contemporary art museums, known for major 20th-century works and a Mies van der Rohe building.
UNESCO-listed museum district with monumental architecture, top collections, and scenic riverfront walks in central Berlin.
Berlin’s largest inner-city park, ideal for walks, cycling, lakeside breaks, and major landmarks like the Victory Column.
Historic boulevard lined with grand buildings, museums, and universities, perfect for architecture lovers and central walks.
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A Berlin minced pork patty seasoned with marjoram and caraway, traditionally served in a bread roll with mustard from market stalls.
Berlin-style pickled herring, often served with onions and potatoes. It reflects the city's long tradition of simple northern fish dishes.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Marco Müller, focused on highly refined German cuisine with seasonal local ingredients and elegant service.
Historic traditional restaurant serving Berlin and Bavarian dishes in a lively beer hall setting near Alexanderplatz.
Classic Berlin tavern known for Eisbein, schnitzel, and regional beer. Wood-paneled rooms give it an old-school local atmosphere.
Moderate for Europe: hostels and budget eats are reasonable, but hotels in central areas can be pricey. Transit is good value for visitors.
Round up or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; tip is appreciated but not mandatory.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Besançon to Berlin trains use the Besançon Viotte to Berlin Südkreuz station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Hbf. Use this guide to compare Besançon and Berlin 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.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf 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: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
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