The cheapest and fastest trains from Besançon to Geneva
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€125
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
117 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Geneva will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
It's difficult to get from Besançon to Geneva without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Besançon to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. 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 €23, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 117 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€57 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Besançon to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Besançon to Geneva trains for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
895853+ 9765 | On time 7:51 AM Besançon Viotte | 4h38 | 12:29 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
894206+ 4200+ 96510 | On time 7:56 AM Besançon Viotte | 5h39 | 1:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
895961 · 895963+ 9773 | On time 9:51 AM Besançon Viotte | 4h38 | 2:29 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
895861+ 9775 | On time 11:20 AM Besançon Viotte | 5h11 | 4:31 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
895855+ 9777 | On time 1:52 PM Besançon Viotte | 4h37 | 6:29 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
894536+ 5537+ 96522 | On time 2:09 PM Besançon Viotte | 5h26 | 7:35 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
895857+ 9781 | On time 3:52 PM Besançon Viotte | 4h37 | 8:29 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
894548+ 9580+ 96530 | On time 4:35 PM Besançon Viotte | 4h58 | 9:33 PM Geneva station | 2 transfers | |
895859+ 9789 | On time 6:51 PM Besançon Viotte | 3h38 | 10:29 PM Geneva station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Besançon to Geneva
Trains from Besançon to Geneva run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 19:51. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 19:51 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Besançon to Geneva trainsSNCF TER, SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Besançon and Geneva from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Besançon to Geneva
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Besançon to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Besançon to Geneva
- 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
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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