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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Besançon to Tarbes
Cheapest price
$272
Average price
$288
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
15 h 2 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
644 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Tarbes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Tarbes will cost around $288 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $272.
It's difficult to get from Besançon to Tarbes without transferring at least 2 times.
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2:51 PM18h31Besançon9:22 AMTarbes$2721One-way2 transfers- 7:51 PM17h14Besançon1:05 PMTarbes$2721One-way2 transfers
- 7:56 AM9h20Besançon5:16 PMTarbes$3201One-way3 transfers
- 7:56 AM9h20Besançon5:16 PMTarbes$3201One-way3 transfers
- 7:51 PM17h14Besançon1:05 PMTarbes$2721One-way2 transfers
- 2:51 PM18h31Besançon9:22 AMTarbes$2721One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Besançon to Tarbes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Tarbes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $90. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $90, and a train costs an average of $272.
Distance: 400 miles (644 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$288 Average price | $94 Average price Cheapest | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 57m Average total duration 16h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Besançon to Tarbes:
A bus is $194 (€159) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Besançon to Tarbes costing on average $288 (€236).
Other travel options to Tarbes take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 27m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (8h 24m by train vs 8h 43m by car). Tickets start at around $288 (€236) compared to roughly $157 (€129) 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 Tarbes train times
The table below shows live departures for Besançon to Tarbes trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:51 PM Besançon | 18h26 | 9:17 AM Tarbes | 2 transfers | |
| 7:51 PM Besançon | 17h14 | 1:05 PM Tarbes | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 7:56 AM Besançon | 9h20 | 5:16 PM Tarbes | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Besançon to Tarbes
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Trains from Besançon to Tarbes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $272 (€223) but you can travel from only $90 (€74) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 400 miles (644 km) distance in 9h 14m.
Distance 400 miles (644 km) |
Average train duration 8h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $272 (€223) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 14m |
First train 6:31 AM |
Last train 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Besançon to Tarbes trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Besançon and Tarbes from $90 (€74). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Besançon to Tarbes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon to Tarbes 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 Tarbes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Besançon to Tarbes
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
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park via Avenue de la Marne
- Le Patati
- L'Aragon
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €0.50
- Le Rex Hotel
- ibis Tarbes Odos
- Hôtel Foch
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and TER trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional TER services
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