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London to Besançon Train

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20/04/2025
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London to Besançon by train

The journey from London to Besançon by train is 403.09 mi and takes 10 hrs 15 mins. There are 10 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:01 and the last at 16:31. It is possible to travel from London to Besançon by train for as little as £232.44 or as much as £358.41. The best price for this journey is £232.44.

Lowest Price ÂŁ232.44
Journey Duration 10 hrs 15 mins
Connection per Day 10
Lowest Price ÂŁ232.44
Highest Price ÂŁ358.41
First Departure 05:01
Last Departure 16:31
Distance 403.09 mi
Departure London
Arrival Besançon
Carriers FlixBus, TGV Lyria

London to Besançon Train Times

Departure date
Sunday, 20 Apr 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from London to Besançon

The cheapest London - Besançon train tickets can be found for as low as £92.21 if you’re lucky, or £126.77 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £169.97.

Find the best day to travel to Besançon by train

When travelling to Besançon by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus, TGV Lyria and Eurostar from London to Besançon
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London to Besançon CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
45.41kg
Bus
48.65kg
Flight
129.74kg
Car
103.79kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Besançon by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Besançon are 45.41kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Besançon? By taking the train between London and Besançon you will save 84.33kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.24kg compared to a bus and 58.38kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from London to Besançon?
A train ticket from London to Besançon is £286.64. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £232.44.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Besançon?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Besançon is £232.44. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Besançon by train?
London to Besançon is 403.09 mi.
How long does the train between London and Besançon take?
London to Besançon is on average 10 hrs 15 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 21 mins.
Which companies operate from London to Besançon?
The train journey from London to Besançon is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, TGV inOui and TER.
How many train connections per day go from London to Besançon?
London to Besançon has 10 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Besançon leave?
The earliest train from London to Besançon departs at 05:01. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Besançon depart?
The latest train from London to Besançon departs at 16:31. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Besançon in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is ÂŁ232.44 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Besançon by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Besançon is 7 hrs 21 mins.
Is there a direct train from London to Besançon?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Besançon.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Besançon by train?
The train journey from London to Besançon creates 45.41kg of CO2 emissions.