Luxembourg to Besançon train with TGV INOUI

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Luxembourg to Besançon

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€73

Average price

€188

Fastest journey

5 h 54 m

Average duration

6 h 37 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

263 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luxembourg to Besançon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luxembourg to Besançon will cost around €188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Luxembourg to Besançon without transferring at least once.

TER88530+SNCF Intercités4202+TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.894269
04:39PM6h36
Luxembourg station
11:15PMBesançon Viotte
731One-way
2 transfers
TGV INOUI2876 · 6715+TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.894570
04:21PM6h31
Luxembourg station
10:52PMBesançon Viotte
2091One-way
2 transfers
TGV INOUI2874+SNCF | TGV Lyria9223+TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.894229
03:10PM5h54
Luxembourg station
09:04PMBesançon Viotte
2111One-way
2 transfers
TGV INOUI2870+SNCF | TGV Lyria9277+TER Mobigo | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187.894267
02:10PM6h34
Luxembourg station
08:44PMBesançon Viotte
2211One-way
2 transfers
TGV INOUI2876 · 6753
04:21PM7h29
Luxembourg station
11:50PMBesançon Viotte
2241One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Luxembourg to Besançon

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luxembourg 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 3h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €57.

Distance: 263 km

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Most popular
Bus

€76

Average price

€32

Average price

Cheapest

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 16m

Average total duration

6h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Luxembourg to Besançon train times

The table below shows live departures for Luxembourg to Besançon trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:36 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
sncf-ter-regional88530+sncf-intercites4202+sncf-mobigo-operated-by-sncf894269
On time
3:39 PM Luxembourg station
6h36
10:15 PM Besançon Viotte
2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Luxembourg to Besançon

LuxembourgLuxembourg
FranceFrance
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Trains from Luxembourg to Besançon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 263 km distance in 3h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €22
Distance
263 km
Average train duration
3h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
€57
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
3h 49m
First train
06:04
Last train
19:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €22

Train companies: TGV INOUI, Luxembourg Railways (CFL) from Luxembourg to Besançon trainsTGV INOUI, Luxembourg Railways (CFL) trains will get you between Luxembourg and Besançon from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TGV INOUI

About
SNCF's TGV INOUI is a premium high-speed train service operating across France and to other European cities. Launched in 2017, it aims to provide an enhanced travel experience with greater comfort, connectivity, and services compared to traditional TGV services. TGV INOUI trains offer features like adjustable seats, electrical outlets, fold-down tables, and dedicated luggage spaces. Passengers can enjoy onboard Wi-Fi and access to the TGV INOUI portal for entertainment and journey information. The service also includes a \Bistro TGV INOUI\" for dining, with options for online ordering. SNCF is also introducing a new generation of TGV INOUI trains from 2026, which will be more modular, energy-efficient, and 97% recyclable."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
€40
TGV INOUI frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
1 hand luggage + 2 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (not all trains), at-seat service in 1st class, snack bar/cafe
Seat reservation
Second class: Optional, additional fee. First class: Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, boarding assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers: Free. Large dogs: Paid ticket required. Guide dogs: Free
Quiet zone

Luxembourg Railways (CFL)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 3m
Cheapest Price
€5
Luxembourg Railways (CFL) frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Luxembourg to Besançon

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luxembourg to Besançon 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 Besançon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Luxembourg to Besançon can start from as little as €54 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Luxembourg to Besançon is €88; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Luxembourg to Besançon is 4 h 3 min   to travel the 262 km long route, with around there are 3 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Luxembourg to Besançon leaves at 06: 04. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Luxembourg to Besançon leaves at 19: 57.
There are 3 trains a day from Luxembourg to Besançon which require at least one change with TGV INOUI or Luxembourg Railways (CFL). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Besançon. Take the fast train with TGV INOUI from Luxembourg to Besançon.
When taking a train from Luxembourg to Besançon, you can count on TGV INOUI or Luxembourg Railways (CFL) for the best way to get you to Besançon. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Besançon from Luxembourg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 57.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Luxembourg, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Besançon Franche-Comté TGV, located 7.1 miles (11.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Besançon from Luxembourg is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Luxembourg to Besançon by train is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Besançon from Luxembourg including taking a train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Luxembourg to Besançon

Luxembourg
Besançon
The major train station for departures in Luxembourg is Luxembourg. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luxembourg for your trip from Luxembourg to Besançon.
LuxembourgWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
9
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
Dining
Dining
  • Brasserie Schuman
  • Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
  • Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to France, Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
  • Hall 2: Tram connections
Public transit options for Luxembourg
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Tram: Line T1
  • Train: National and international connections

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