The cheapest and fastest trains from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$-0.01
Fastest journey
5 h 3 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte without transferring at least 2 times.
12:02 PM5h24Gare de Caen5:26 PMBesançon ViotteFind prices2 transfers
2:23 PM5h03Gare de Caen7:26 PMBesançon ViotteFind prices2 transfers
5:59 PM5h26Gare de Caen11:25 PMBesançon ViotteFind prices2 transfers
10:02 PM11h17Gare de Caen9:19 AMBesançon ViotteFind prices2 transfers
2:23 PM5h03Gare de Caen7:26 PMBesançon ViotteFind prices2 transfers
12:02 PM5h24Gare de Caen5:26 PMBesançon ViotteFind prices2 transfers
5:59 PM5h26Gare de Caen11:25 PMBesançon ViotteFind prices2 transfers
10:02 PM11h17Gare de Caen9:19 AMBesançon ViotteFind prices2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $264.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $323 Average price | $68 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 34h 35m Average total duration 31h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 10m Average total duration 13h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte:
A bus is $78 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte costing on average $146 (€119).
A bus is $255 (€209) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte costing on average $323 (€265).
Other travel options to Besançon Viotte take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 40m.
Flight takes on average 31h 35m.
You'll arrive about 1h 40m sooner (4h 29m by train vs 6h 9m by car). Tickets start at around $146 (€119) compared to roughly $122 (€100) 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
Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte train times
The table below shows live departures for Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:02 PM Gare de Caen | 5h24 | 5:26 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:23 PM Gare de Caen | 5h03 | 7:26 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:59 PM Gare de Caen | 5h26 | 11:25 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
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Compare prices and tickets Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte
Trains from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $110 (€90) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:02, the last at 13:02. The fastest train covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€90) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 1:02 PM |
Last train 1:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Gare de Caen and Besançon Viotte from $63 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie)
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte 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 Besançon Viotte, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gare de Caen to Besançon Viotte
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue de la Gare
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Ficelle
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Hotel Bristol
- Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
- Hotel de la Paix
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Lines 12, 12 Express, 30, 31
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- 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
