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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Besançon
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Besançon will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Besançon without transferring at least once.
9210+
8942558:58 AM4h19Zurich HB1:17 PMBesançon Viotte$1141One-way1 transfer
- 9210+8942558:58 AM4h19Zurich HB1:17 PMBesançon Viotte$1141One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Zurich to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $80.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Besançon:
A bus is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Besançon costing on average $99 (€81).
Other travel options to Besançon take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
The journey is about 7m faster (2h 42m by train vs 2h 49m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($99 (€81) vs $119 (€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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Zurich to Besançon train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9210+894255 | 8:58 AM Zurich HB | 4h19 | 1:17 PM Besançon Viotte | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Besançon
Switzerland
France
Trains from Zurich to Besançon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 7:03 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Besançon trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Besançon from $20 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Besançon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Besançon
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation 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
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