The cheapest and fastest buses from Geneva to Besançon
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 33 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Besançon will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Geneva for Besançon on Tue, Nov 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 117 km distance in an average of 9 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
On Tue, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 11 h 10 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Geneva to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 117 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€38 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price |
5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Besançon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Besançon buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:10 AM Geneva | 7h55 | 6:05 PM Besançon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Geneva | 11h10 | 6:35 AM Besançon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Besançon
Buses from Geneva to Besançon run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 117 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 117 km |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Geneva to BesançonYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Besançon with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Geneva to Besançon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Besançon by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Besançon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Geneva to Besançon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
- 06:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Montreux Jazz Café (in the station)
- La Cuisine (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 10, 23, 28, 57, Y Train: IC, IR, RE
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