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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$140
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV will cost around $140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 11 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Besançon Franche-Comté TGV on Thu, May 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
67416:52 AM2h13Paris Gare de Lyon9:05 AMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$741One-way0 transfers- 670511:18 AM2h07Paris Gare de Lyon1:25 PMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$1031One-way0 transfers
- 67039:19 AM2h13Paris Gare de Lyon11:32 AMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$1031One-way0 transfers
9269+551611:54 AM2h11Paris Gare de Lyon2:05 PMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$1241One-way1 transfer- 9213+
894217 · 89453612:22 PM3h01Paris Gare de Lyon3:23 PMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$1261One-way2 transfers
- 67095:18 PM2h05Paris Gare de Lyon7:23 PMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$1291One-way0 transfers
- 670511:18 AM2h07Paris Gare de Lyon1:25 PMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$1031One-way0 transfers
- 67158:22 PM2h07Paris Gare de Lyon10:29 PMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$2071One-way0 transfers
- 9269+551611:54 AM2h11Paris Gare de Lyon2:05 PMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$1241One-way1 transfer
- 67416:52 AM2h13Paris Gare de Lyon9:05 AMBesançon Franche-Comté TGV$741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 196 miles (316 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $196 Average price | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV costing on average $63 (€50).
A bus is $160 (€127) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV costing on average $196 (€156).
Other travel options to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 2m.
Bus takes on average 5h 25m.
The journey is about 1h 56m faster (2h 19m by train vs 4h 15m by car) and roughly $59 (€47) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 (€50) vs $121 (€97)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6741 | 6:52 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h13 | 9:05 AM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9261+9898 | 7:56 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h38 | 10:34 AM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 1 transfer | |
| 6703 | 9:19 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h13 | 11:32 AM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6705 | 11:18 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h07 | 1:25 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9269+5516 | 11:54 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h11 | 2:05 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 1 transfer | |
| 9213+6706 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 4h03 | 4:25 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 1 transfer | |
| 9213+894217 · 894536 | 12:22 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 3h01 | 3:23 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 2 transfers | |
| 6743+894548 | 2:52 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h56 | 5:48 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 1 transfer | |
| 6709 | 5:18 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h05 | 7:23 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9277+12182 | 5:54 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h23 | 8:17 PM Besançon Franche-Comté TGV | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV
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Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 5:49 AM |
Last train 8:21 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Besançon Franche-Comté TGV from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | TGV Lyria
FAQs: Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV 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 Franche-Comté TGV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Paris Gare de Lyon to Besançon Franche-Comté TGV
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
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