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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Geneva to Besançon

Composite routes from Geneva to Besançon

Cheapest
2 h 15 min
Car
177 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Besançon
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$26.09

Train operators

SNCF

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
effinity.fr/expertise/affiliation/
Train from Mouchard to Besancon
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.07–$16.30

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Lausanne to Mouchard
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$59.78

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Genève to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$27.17–$48.91

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Genève to Besançon
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Besançon is to rideshare which costs $11.67 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Besançon is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Besançon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geneva - Bus Station station and arriving at Besançon - Viotte Hub. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Besançon?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Besancon Viotte via Lausanne and Mouchard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Geneva to Besançon?

The distance between Geneva and Besançon is 191 km. The road distance is 177.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Besançon without a car is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

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

The bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Besançon - Viotte Hub takes 3h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Besançon bus from?

Geneva to Besançon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Geneva - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Besançon train from?

Geneva to Besançon train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Besançon?

The best way to get from Geneva to Besançon is to bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $130.43 and takes 4h 35m. There are no good options to fly between Geneva to Besançon.

Where does the Geneva to Besançon bus arrive?

Geneva to Besançon bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Besançon - Viotte Hub station.

Where does the Geneva to Besançon train arrive?

Geneva to Besançon train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Besançon?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Besançon is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Geneva to Besançon.

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

Book your Geneva to Besançon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Besançon?

Book your Geneva to Besançon bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Besançon?

There are 401+ hotels available in Besançon. Prices start at $41.09 per night.

Can I share a ride from Geneva to Besançon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Geneva and Besançon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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