Besançon to Lille train

Book a train ticket Besançon - Lille

Train timetable info Besançon-Lille

Travel by train from Besançon to Lille. 8 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Besançon at 6h 08m and the last at 18h 08m, allowing you to cover the 638 km distance in as little as 4h 35m.

Number routes per day

Average route time

4h 56m

Shortest route time

4h 35m

First hour of departure

6h 08m

Last hour of departure

18h 08m

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

To benefit from the best prices, remember to book your train ticket in advance. Get a great deal by choosing the date and time of departure that offer the most advantageous fares. Stay informed of good deals by creating an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

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

The Besançon to Lille journey lasts 4h 56m on average.

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

The shortest journey between Besançon and Lille takes 4h 35m.

How many trains run from Besançon to Lille each day?

Daily, 8 trains run on the Besançon to Lille journey.

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

Between Besançon and Lille, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Besançon and Lille by train?

By train, about 638 km separate Lille from Besançon.

What time is the first train from Besançon to Lille?

Need to leave early? The Besançon to Lille train at 6h 08m is the first of the day.

What time is the last train from Besançon to Lille?

If you prefer to travel later, the last train departs Besançon at 18h 08m.

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

This page presents a list of trains departing from: BESANCON VIOTTE.

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

This page shows a list of trains with the arrival station of: LILLE FLANDRES, LILLE EUROPE.

Which train companies operate trains from Besançon to Lille?

Travel on a train operated by TGV INOUI, TER, TGV Lyria for your journey from Besançon to Lille.

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on a TGV INOUI, indulge in a tasty break in the bar carriage, which welcomes you to a newly renovated space. Completely redesigned, it showcases dishes created by chefs, vegetarian options, organic and local products, so that your journey is also a culinary adventure.

Thanks to TGV Lyria, small pets can travel in a container with a maximum size of 45 cm x 30 cm x 25 cm, with a ticket at a fixed price of 10 euros. Alternatively, you can travel with your dog on a lead and muzzled for 20 euros. Assistance dogs for disabled or blind passengers can travel free on international journeys.

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Travel between Besançon and Lille with TGV INOUI

The Besançon - Lille high-speed train is designed with your comfort in mind. Whether you're travelling solo, as a couple, or with your family, TGV INOUI has several classes and a range of onboard services to make your journey even more enjoyable.

Comfort on board the Besançon - Lille TGV INOUI train

Every detail has been thought of on TGV INOUI trains to ensure a comfy trip: adjustable seats, reading lights, folding tables, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi throughout the journey. There are also nursery areas for families with babies, so you can travel with complete peace of mind.

What luggage can I take on board my Besançon and Lille TGV INOUI?

You can take two pieces of carry-on luggage (max. 70 x 90 x 50 cm) and one piece of hand luggage (max. 40 x 30 x 15 cm). You can also take a foldable pushchair (max. 90 x 130 cm) which can be stored in a dedicated space.

TGV INOUI: "1^st" class

If you travel in 1^st class, you can choose your seat (single, side-by-side, facing, or saloon) and settle down in wider seats with headrests and footrests. Each seat has a foldable table, Wi-Fi connection, a power socket, and an individual reading light.

Travelling with your pet

Pets are welcome on board. Small pets can travel for €7 if they are in a pet carrier (45 x 30 x 25 cm). Muzzled dogs on a lead can also travel for €7. Guide dogs can travel free of charge and do not need a ticket.

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

The price of a Besançon – Lille 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 Lille 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 Lille.

Price of a Besançon – Lille Train Ticket

Depending on the dates of your train from Besançon to Lille, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from Besançon to Lille, consider SNCF discount cards and subscriptions. From the Carte Avantage to the Interrail Pass and the TER subscription, there are many offers available on SNCF Connect to help you travel by train at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Besançon – Lille

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Besançon to Lille? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Besançon – Lille Train

The best way to pay less for your Besançon to Lille 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 Lille, 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 Lille and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Lille on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Besançon - Lille

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

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Besançon to Lille on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Besançon to Lille: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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TER

Travel from Besançon to Lille 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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TGV Lyria

Travel from Besançon to Lille with TGV Lyria! A hassle-free trip from one town center to another. Settle down in one of the 3 classes of comfort available and enjoy a comfy trip and numerous onboard services including free Wi-Fi! Book 6 months in advance to get the best deals!

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Classes of rail companies serving Besançon - Lille

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

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Besançon to Lille and choose from a selection of classes.

2^nd Class

Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

1^st Class

Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones
Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
Premium dedicated Customer Service
Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
Space to store your luggage

TER

Travel from Besançon to Lille 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.

TGV Lyria

TGV Lyria operates the journey between Besançon and Lille. You can choose from one of the three classes:

STANDARD

A comfy reclining seat with a shared power socket
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
Access to the buffet car
Order food and refreshments online and collect them from the buffet car
There are 3 options if you need to change your ticket or want a refund.

PREMIERE

Choice of seat
Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with access to press and entertainment content via the TGV Lyria Portal
Access to the buffet car
Order food and refreshments online and have them delivered to your seat
Total or partial flexibility regarding ticket use

PREMIERE SIGNATURE

Choice of seat
Access to the SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon
Fast-track boarding at Paris Gare de Lyon
A comfy, spacious 1st class seat, with individual power socket
A dedicated, quiet carriage with just 38 seats
No luggage restrictions (weight or quantity), provided you can carry it yourself
Free Wi-Fi connection with exclusive access to a wide range of press and entertainment via the TGV Lyria Portal
A personalised welcome, with a complementary drink and a refreshing scented oshibori towel
Dedicated on-board staff throughout the journey
A hot meal created by our Michelin-starred chefs, plated and served at your seat
Complimentary drinks
Flexible access to the day's trains
Total flexibility regarding ticket use

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

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

TGV INOUI

Hold a ticket

Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.
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Travel in comfort

Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.
Travel connected

Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.
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Travel in first class

With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.
Travel with a staff that takes care of you

At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
Space for your luggage

In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.
Travel with your bike

Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!
Nursury space for baby's

Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.
Travel with your pet

Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.
Your office at 300 km/h

On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.
To travel further

Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.
A gourmet break?

We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.
New gestures

Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.
Don't queue at the Bistro

Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.
A world of services via the portal

Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

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.

TGV Lyria

Your train, more flexible

With 17 daily return trips between France and Switzerland, you can leave and arrive directly in the heart of cities, at your own pace. TGV Lyria is practical and smooth, for a worry-free journey without compromises.
Our destinations
Your train, more responsible

By travelling with TGV Lyria, you can reduce your carbon footprint by up to 40 times less CO2 than a plane journey.
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Your train, more fun

Enjoy free access to Wi-Fi and our entertainment portal: films, press, games and much more. More than 150 content options available to make your journey even more enjoyable and exciting.
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Your train, for gourmets.

A creative, local, and seasonal food selection to delight you at any time at the Bar or served right to your seat.
Travel at high-speed

Only 3-4 hours between Paris and 5 top cities in Switzerland.
A comfortable journey

A new fleet of double-decker trains with all the comforts
Arrive in the city center

Don't waste any time, arrive directly in the heart of the city.
Best rates

Doubt no longer and leave from €29 to discover Switserland!
On board catering

"La Table", refined and inventive menus in PREMIERE SIGNATURE. "The Deli", new catering concept in the bar coach.
Many destinations

Explore Switserland and choose your destination between Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Basel, …
Prepare your journey

Book your tickets up to 6 months in advance
Travel with your pet

Dogs accompanying disabled or blind persons can travel free of charge. Small animals carried in a closed bag or basket can travel on TGV Lyria trains for €7 and muzzled dogs on a lead for €20.
Access SNCF Grand Voyageur lounge in Paris Gare de Lyon railway station

Access reserved for PREMIERE SIGNATURE and PREMIERE customers, holders of the SNCF Carte Liberté and the Grand Voyageur Plus/Le Club card.
Family and nursery space

Book a space of 4 places face to face and isolated by a glass partition. You will find a nursery nearby with changing table and bottle warmer.
Disabled acces

In coach 1 or 11, a Première seat is specially reserved for people in wheelchairs.
Transport your bike

You can take your bike for free and without reservation in the luggage space on the TGV Lyria train.
Leave in group

Among friends, with other people ... Enjoy the Hi Five offer to discover Switzerland at reduced prices!

Train timetables Besançon-Lille Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure	Arrival	Duration	Carrier
6h 08m	10h 48m	4h 40m	TGV INOUI	Booking
6h 08m Besancon Viotte 6h 12m Ecole-Valentin 6h 23m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 09 min 6h 32m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv TGV INOUI 6700 7h 02m Dijon 8h 42m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h00 9h 42m Paris Nord TGV INOUI 7023 10h 48m Lille Flandres
6h 37m	11h 48m	5h 11m	TGV INOUI	Booking
6h 37m Besancon Viotte TGV INOUI 6762 6h 50m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 7h 23m Dijon 8h 02m Montbard 9h 08m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h34 10h 42m Paris Nord TGV INOUI 7027 11h 48m Lille Flandres
8h 08m	13h 01m	4h 53m	TGV INOUI	Booking
8h 08m Besancon Viotte 8h 13m Ecole-Valentin 8h 23m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 11 min 8h 34m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv TGV INOUI 6702 9h 02m Dijon 10h 42m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h11 11h 53m Paris Nord TGV INOUI 7031 13h 01m Lille Flandres
10h 56m	16h 19m	5h 23m	TER, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI	Booking
10h 56m Besancon Viotte TER 94210 11h 05m Saint-Vit 11h 20m Dole-Ville 11h 30m Auxonne 11h 38m Genlis 11h 52m Dijon 10 min 12h 02m Dijon TGV Lyria 9210 13h 38m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h32 15h 10m Paris Nord TGV INOUI 7043 16h 19m Lille Flandres
12h 33m	17h 08m	4h 35m	TGV INOUI	Booking
12h 33m Besancon Viotte 12h 37m Ecole-Valentin 12h 45m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 09 min 12h 54m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv TGV INOUI 6704 13h 22m Dijon 14h 03m Montbard 15h 06m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 41 min 15h 47m Paris Nord TGV INOUI 7575 16h 37m Arras 17h 08m Lille Europe
14h 56m	19h 48m	4h 52m	TER, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI	Booking
14h 56m Besancon Viotte TER 94218 15h 05m Saint-Vit 15h 20m Dole-Ville 15h 30m Auxonne 15h 38m Genlis 15h 52m Dijon 10 min 16h 02m Dijon TGV Lyria 9222 17h 38m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h04 18h 42m Paris Nord TGV INOUI 7069 19h 48m Lille Flandres
17h 16m	22h 03m	4h 47m	TER, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI	Booking
17h 16m Besancon Viotte TER 94262 17h 23m Dannemarie - Velesmes 17h 28m Saint-Vit 17h 34m Ranchot 17h 38m Orchamps 17h 47m Dole-Ville 14 min 18h 01m Dole-Ville TGV Lyria 9270 18h 24m Dijon 20h 04m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 50 min 20h 54m Paris Nord TGV INOUI 7085 22h 03m Lille Flandres
18h 08m	23h 12m	5h 04m	TGV INOUI	Booking
18h 08m Besancon Viotte 18h 12m Ecole-Valentin 18h 23m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv 11 min 18h 34m Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv TGV INOUI 6708 19h 02m Dijon 20h 42m Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2 1h12 21h 54m Paris Nord TGV INOUI 7297 22h 42m Arras 23h 12m Lille Flandres

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