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Train timetable info Besançon-Basel

Travel by train from Besançon to Basel. 13 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Besançon at 7h 14m and the last at 19h 33m, allowing you to cover the 187 km distance in as little as 2h 05m.

Cheap train tickets Besançon Basel

How much does a train ticket from Besançon to Basel cost?

Get the best fares by booking your train ticket in advance. Get a great deal by choosing the date and time of departure that offer the most advantageous fares. To stay up to date with our best offers, create an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Besançon to Basel take?

The Besançon to Basel journey lasts 2h 50m on average.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Besançon to Basel?

Allow 2h 05m to travel between Besançon and Basel on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Besançon to Basel each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 13 trains that run on the Besançon to Basel route daily.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Besançon and Basel?

You will find at least one Connecting train(s) service between Besançon and Basel.

What is the distance between Besançon and Basel by train?

The rail connection between Besançon and Basel is approximately 187 km.

What time is the first train from Besançon to Basel?

If you’re an early riser, you can catch the Besançon to Basel train at 7h 14m.

What time is the last train from Besançon to Basel?

The last train leaves Besançon at 19h 33m.

To leave Besançon, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: BESANCON VIOTTE.

At Basel, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains shown on this page arrive at: BASEL SBB.

Which train companies operate trains from Besançon to Basel?

For your journey from Besançon to Basel, you can travel with TER, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation.

What services are offered on board?

If you choose TGV INOUI, on some trains, you will benefit from a freely accessible workspace. This area is located between two second-class carriages. You will find a table with a power outlet to work in complete tranquillity.

With TGV Lyria, book your train ticket up to 6 months in advance to take advantage of the lowest prices! A journey is something to prepare for, and we are with you every step of the way.

Cyclists are welcome on our TER trains! Travel for free with your bike on most TER services, subject to space availability. Certain bike reservation rules apply in some regions and at specific times or on certain days.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Basel?

The price of a Besançon – Basel train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Besançon to Basel thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Basel.

Price of a Besançon – Basel Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Besançon to Basel, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Besançon to Basel with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Besançon to Basel at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Besançon – Basel

Throughout the year, you can find occasional promotions and flash sales on train tickets on the SNCF Connect website and app. The latest deals on SNCF Connect are listed on our Promotions page. Be sure to check this page regularly to stay informed about the latest offers and take advantage of them. In the SNCF Connect app, notifications also keep you up to date as soon as new deals are available.

Last-minute Besançon – Basel Train

The best way to pay less for your Besançon to Basel train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Besançon to Basel, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Besançon to Basel and alternative routes

For your journey to Basel, if a direct train is available from Besançon, the label "Direct" will appear under your search results. Trains with connections are indicated with the label "Connection". A direct service does not guarantee the lowest price, as many factors are taken into account. Depending on the journey, alternative options (called "alternative routes") are available, including departures or arrivals from nearby stations, allowing you to choose the most convenient or economical option.

Companies serving Besançon - Basel

If you're travelling from Besançon to Basel, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TER

Travel from Besançon to Basel with TER, the low-cost regional train company that covers the whole of France. Perfect for discovering a region and frequent journeys to nearby towns. Reserving is easy: do a search and book your next trip in one of France's 11 regions. You can access your tickets via the SNCF Connect app! Are you a frequent traveller? To save money on travel, check out TER's regional travel cards and subscriptions, which are also on sale via SNCF Connect.

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Classes of rail companies serving Besançon - Basel

To travel from Besançon to Basel, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TER

Travel from Besançon to Basel by TER regional trains and settle down in a comfy seat for an enjoyable journey. Take all your luggage with you - there are no weight or size restrictions. Your pet can also travel on our regional trains for an additional fee. Buy your train tickets at regional rates directly on our website and app.

All on-board services provided by companies operating Besançon - Basel

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Besançon to Basel route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TER

  • Free dedicated bike area

    You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)

  • PRM access

    TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility

  • Refundable up to the day before departure

    All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.

  • Plenty of space for your luggage

    Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.

Train timetables Besançon-Basel Sunday 24 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 14m 10h 26m 3h 12m TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
    TER 94003
  • Baume-Les-Dames
  • Clerval
  • L'isle-Sur-Le-Doubs
  • Montbeliard
  • Hericourt
  • Belfort-Ville
  • 21 min
  • Belfort-Ville
    TER 95009
  • Danjoutin
  • Meroux
  • 48 min
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
    TGV Lyria 9203
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
7h 32m 11h 50m 4h 18m TER
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
    TER 94105
  • Roche-Lez-Beaupre
  • Novillars
  • Deluz
  • Laissey
  • Baume-Les-Dames
  • Clerval
  • L'isle-Sur-Le-Doubs
  • Colombier-Fontaine
  • Voujeaucourt
  • Montbeliard
  • Hericourt
  • Belfort-Ville
  • 1h08
  • Belfort-Ville
    TER 30449
  • Montreux-Vieux
  • Dannemarie
  • Altkirch
  • Illfurth
  • Zillisheim
  • Mulhouse
  • 40 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96117
  • Rixheim
  • Habsheim
  • Sierentz
  • Bartenheim
  • Saint-Louis La Chaussee
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel St. Johann
  • Basel Sbb
9h 38m 12h 08m 2h 30m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 43 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
    TGV INOUI 9898
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • 25 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96217
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
9h 56m 13h 26m 3h 30m TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
    TER 94208
  • Saint-Vit
  • Dole-Ville
  • Auxonne
  • Genlis
  • Dijon
  • 1h10
  • Dijon
    TGV Lyria 9211
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
11h 38m 13h 50m 2h 12m DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération, TER
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 13 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
    DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération 9583
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • 29 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96121
  • Rixheim
  • Habsheim
  • Sierentz
  • Bartenheim
  • Saint-Louis La Chaussee
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel St. Johann
  • Basel Sbb
12h 25m 15h 26m 3h 01m TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
    TER 94258
  • Dannemarie - Velesmes
  • Saint-Vit
  • Ranchot
  • Orchamps
  • Dole-Ville
  • Auxonne
  • Collonges
  • Genlis
  • Dijon
  • 31 min
  • Dijon
    TGV Lyria 9213
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
12h 33m 15h 26m 2h 53m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 09 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
    TGV INOUI 6704
  • Dijon
  • 39 min
  • Dijon
    TGV Lyria 9213
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
13h 38m 15h 50m 2h 12m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 15 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
    TGV INOUI 12176 - TGV INOUI 5516
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • 26 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96125
  • Rixheim
  • Habsheim
  • Sierentz
  • Bartenheim
  • Saint-Louis La Chaussee
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel St. Johann
  • Basel Sbb
16h 14m 19h 08m 2h 54m TER
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
    TER 94013
  • Baume-Les-Dames
  • Clerval
  • L'isle-Sur-Le-Doubs
  • Montbeliard
  • Hericourt
  • Belfort-Ville
  • 36 min
  • Belfort-Ville
    TER 30457
  • Petit-Croix
  • Montreux-Vieux
  • Dannemarie
  • Altkirch
  • Walheim
  • Illfurth
  • Zillisheim
  • Flaxlanden
  • Mulhouse
  • 07 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96233
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
17h 35m 20h 08m 2h 33m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 34 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
    TGV INOUI 12184 - TGV INOUI 5500
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • 37 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96235
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
18h 16m 21h 32m 3h 16m TER, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
    TER 94264
  • Dannemarie - Velesmes
  • Saint-Vit
  • Ranchot
  • Orchamps
  • Dole-Ville
  • Auxonne
  • Collonges
  • Genlis
  • Dijon
  • 41 min
  • Dijon
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
19h 03m 21h 08m 2h 05m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 10 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
    TGV INOUI 6709
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • 34 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96239
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
19h 33m 21h 38m 2h 05m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Besancon Viotte
    TGV INOUI 6766
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 30 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
    TGV INOUI 9896
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • 08 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96269
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb