The cheapest and fastest trains from Strasbourg to Besançon
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
196 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Strasbourg to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Strasbourg to Besançon will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
It's difficult to get from Strasbourg to Besançon without transferring at least once.
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89453412:00 PM3h05Strasbourg station3:05 PMBesançon Viotte$561One-way1 transfer
96229 · 830426 · 8958594:51 PM2h55Strasbourg station7:46 PMBesançon Viotte$581One-way2 transfers
96233 · 830432+
8940165:51 PM3h59Strasbourg station9:50 PMBesançon Viotte$581One-way2 transfers
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6708+
8945544:21 PM2h34Strasbourg station6:55 PMBesançon Viotte$681One-way2 transfers
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8942611:51 PM3h53Strasbourg station5:44 PMBesançon Viotte$761One-way2 transfers
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8945504:15 PM2h07Strasbourg station6:22 PMBesançon Viotte$891One-way1 transfer
832349+
6708+
8945544:21 PM2h34Strasbourg station6:55 PMBesançon Viotte$681One-way2 transfers
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89453412:21 PM2h44Strasbourg station3:05 PMBesançon Viotte$841One-way2 transfers
96229 · 830426 · 8958594:51 PM2h55Strasbourg station7:46 PMBesançon Viotte$581One-way2 transfers
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6704+
89452610:51 AM3h01Strasbourg station1:52 PMBesançon Viotte$801One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Strasbourg to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Strasbourg to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Strasbourg to Besançon:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Strasbourg to Besançon costing on average $52 (€43).
Other travel options to Besançon take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 31m.
The journey is about 36m faster (2h 11m by train vs 2h 47m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($52 (€43) vs $61 (€50)). 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.
Live departures
Strasbourg to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Strasbourg to Besançon trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96215+ 9210+ 894255 | 9:51 AM Strasbourg station | 3h26 | 1:17 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
96217+ 6704+ 894526 | 10:51 AM Strasbourg station | 3h01 | 1:52 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
5537+ 894534 | 12:00 PM Strasbourg station | 3h05 | 3:05 PM Besançon Viotte | 1 transfer | |
832347+ 12177+ 894534 | 12:21 PM Strasbourg station | 2h44 | 3:05 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
96221+ 9222+ 894261 | 1:51 PM Strasbourg station | 3h53 | 5:44 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
9580+ 894550 | 4:15 PM Strasbourg station | 2h07 | 6:22 PM Besançon Viotte | 1 transfer | |
832349+ 6708+ 894554 | 4:21 PM Strasbourg station | 2h34 | 6:55 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
96229 · 830426 · 895859 | 4:51 PM Strasbourg station | 2h55 | 7:46 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
96233 · 830432+ 894016 | 5:51 PM Strasbourg station | 3h59 | 9:50 PM Besançon Viotte | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Strasbourg to Besançon
Trains from Strasbourg to Besançon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 10:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Strasbourg to Besançon trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Strasbourg and Besançon from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | TGV INOUI
TER
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Strasbourg to Besançon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Strasbourg to Besançon 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Strasbourg to Besançon
Most Strasbourg to Besançon trains use the Strasbourg to Besançon Viotte station pair, with some services arriving at Besançon - Mouillère. Use this guide to compare Strasbourg and Besançon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Strasbourg station do trains to Besançon leave from?
Getting to Strasbourg from Strasbourg city centre
Strasbourg train station facilities and services
Strasbourg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Kuhn, Brasserie Flo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Strasbourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Strasbourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Strasbourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Strasbourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Strasbourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare, Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare, Le Grand Hotel.
Getting to Krimmeri-Meinau from Strasbourg city centre
Krimmeri-Meinau is 2 km from Strasbourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Krimmeri-Meinau train station facilities and services
Krimmeri-Meinau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Krimmeri-Meinau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Krimmeri-Meinau.
Which Besançon station do trains from Strasbourg arrive at?
Getting to Besançon Viotte from Besançon city centre
Besançon Viotte 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 and drink
Food options include: Pain Soleil, Selecta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in the front of the station.
Tickets and information
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. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Besançon Viotte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Besançon Viotte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis budget Besançon Centre Gare, Victor Hugo Hotel and Spa, Le Viotte King Size.
Getting to Besançon - Mouillère from Besançon city centre
Besançon - Mouillère is 1 km from Besançon city centre. Public transport options include:
Besançon - Mouillère train station facilities and services
Besançon - Mouillère has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Besançon - Mouillère.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Besançon - Mouillère.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Besançon - Mouillère: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Besançon - Mouillère: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Besançon - Mouillère.
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