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Cologne to Besançon

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Cologne, Germany → Besançon, France

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Besançon

Composite routes from Cologne to Besançon

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Transport providers

FlixBus
Website
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
FlixBus
Website
7h 5m
Once daily
$44.57–$65.22
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
Call Contact via email
BlaBlaCar Bus
Website
1h 20m
3 times a day
$11.96–$17.39
+33 18 57 62 228
+33 18 57 62 228
Call
NS
Website
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
Luxembourg Railways (CFL)
Website
NS
Website
1h 31m
Once daily
$27.17–$65.22
+31 30 751 5155
+31 30 751 5155
Call
Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express
Website
1h 28m
Hourly
$48.91–$54.35
+49 30 311-682904
+49 30 311-682904
Call
Deutsche Bahn Regional
Website
2h 37m
5 times a week
$29.35–$42.39
+49 30 2970
+49 30 2970
Call
Luxembourg Railways (CFL)
Website
46 min
Hourly
$3.10
+352 24 89 24 89
+352 24 89 24 89
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Besançon?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Besançon is to train via Luxembourg which costs $38.04 - $86.96 and takes 9h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Besançon?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Besançon is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs $103.26 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Besançon?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Besancon Viotte via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Cologne to Besançon?

The distance between Cologne and Besançon is 629 km. The road distance is 611.3 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Besançon without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Besançon without a car is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs $92.39 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Besançon?

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Cologne to Besançon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Besançon train from?

Cologne to Besançon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Besançon?

The best way to get from Cologne to Besançon is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs $92.39 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $108.70 and takes 10h 37m.

Where does the Cologne to Besançon train arrive?

Cologne to Besançon train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Besançon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Besançon is 611 km. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Cologne to Besançon.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Besançon?

Book your Cologne to Besançon train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Besançon?

There are 404+ hotels available in Besançon. Prices start at $39.98 per night.
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