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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Besançon
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Besançon will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lyon for Besançon on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
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Compare bus and train for Lyon to Besançon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Besançon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. 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 €13, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 189 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€22 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Besançon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Besançon buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 4:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h15 | 7:35 AM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 4h00 | 4:15 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h00 | 7:05 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 3h10 | 8:25 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 2:10 AM Lyon | 3h55 | 6:05 AM Besançon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:20 AM Lyon | 3h15 | 6:35 AM Besançon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Lyon to Besançon
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Buses from Lyon to Besançon run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 189 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 189 km |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to BesançonYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Besançon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Besançon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon 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.
When departing from Lyon, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache. When arriving in Besançon, you can end your route in coach stations like Besançon, Parking Relais Micropolis, Besancon, Gare de la Viotte and Besançon.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Besançon, Parking Relais Micropolis, located 3.5 miles (5.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Besançon
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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