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Lille to Besançon train

Book a train ticket Lille - Besançon

Train timetable info Lille-Besançon

Travel by train from Lille to Besançon. 9 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lille at 8h 12m and the last at 17h 48m, allowing you to cover the 629 km distance in as little as 4h 42m. Tickets are available from 60€ (1).

Best prices Lille-Besançon

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 18 May
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20
Thursday 21
Friday 22
Sunday 24 May
86 € (1) NAVETTE
NAVETTE
Monday 25
108 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Tuesday 26
76 € (1) TER
TER
Wednesday 27
60 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 28
64 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 29
80 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 30
72 € (1) NAVETTE
NAVETTE
Sunday 31
106 € (1) TER
TER
Monday 1st June June
87 € (1) TER
TER
Tuesday 2
80 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 3
64 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Thursday 4
74 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Friday 5
98 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 6
Sunday 7
Monday 8
Tuesday 9
74 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Wednesday 10
Thursday 11
Friday 12
Saturday 13
Sunday 14
108 € (1) LYRIA
LYRIA

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Lille Besançon

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

By booking your train ticket early, you will benefit from advantageous fares. When making your booking, you can adjust the dates and times of your departure to travel at the lowest price. 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 Lille to Besançon take?

The Lille to Besançon journey takes no more than 5h 30m on average.

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

The fastest train can complete the journey from Lille to Besançon in 4h 42m.

How many trains run from Lille to Besançon each day?

Every day, 9 trains complete the Lille to Besançon journey.

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

There is at least one Connecting train(s) available between Lille and Besançon.

What is the distance between Lille and Besançon by train?

The rail connection between Lille and Besançon is approximately 629 km.

What time is the first train from Lille to Besançon?

Each day, the first Lille to Besançon train departs at 8h 12m.

What time is the last train from Lille to Besançon?

The last train departs Lille at 17h 48m.

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

The trains shown on this page depart from: LILLE FLANDRES, LILLE EUROPE.

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

The trains shown on this page arrive at: BESANCON VIOTTE.

Which train companies operate trains from Lille to Besançon?

You can make the Lille to Besançon journey with OUIGO, TER, TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI Brussels.

What services are offered on board?

With OUIGO, choose between the OUIGO ESSENTIEL or OUIGO PLUS fare. The OUIGO ESSENTIEL offer includes one piece of hand luggage and one cabin bag. For 9 euros extra, the OUIGO PLUS offer also includes an additional or XL bag, seat selection (solo, standard, with or without a power socket), OUIFI and OUIFUN.

If you choose TGV INOUI, you can travel with your pet, whose ticket is now at a fixed rate of 10 euros. Your pet travels either in a container with a maximum size of 45 x 30 x 25 cm, or on a lead and muzzled. Book your pet’s TGV INOUI ticket at the same time as yours by adding a pet when searching for tickets.

With TGV Lyria, choose the class that best suits your needs and will guarantee you the best travel experience: STANDARD, PREMIÈRE or PREMIÈRE SIGNATURE.

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.

Travel between Lille and Besançon with TGV INOUI

The Lille - Besançon 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 Lille - Besançon 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 Lille and Besançon 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: "1st" class

If you travel in 1st 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 Lille to Besançon?

The price of a Lille – Besançon 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 Lille to Besançon 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 Lille to Besançon.

Price of a Lille – Besançon Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Lille to Besançon, 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 Lille to Besançon with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Lille to Besançon at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Lille – Besançon

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Lille to Besançon? 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 Lille – Besançon Train

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

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Lille - Besançon. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving Lille - Besançon

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

TER

Travel from Lille to Besançon 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 Lille - Besançon

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

TER

Travel from Lille to Besançon 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 Lille - Besançon

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Lille to Besançon 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 Lille-Besançon Sunday 24 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
8h 12m 13h 17m 5h 05m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7014
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h05
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9211
  • Dijon
  • 14 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94255
  • Genlis
  • Collonges
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Orchamps
  • Ranchot
  • Saint-Vit
  • Dannemarie - Velesmes
  • Besancon Viotte
8h 47m 13h 52m 5h 05m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7212
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h10
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6705
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 15 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Viotte
8h 52m 16h 44m 7h 52m TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9812 - TGV INOUI 12512
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 1h16
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17760
  • Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or
  • Villefranche-Sur-Saone
  • Belleville Sur Saone
  • Macon
  • Tournus
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Chagny
  • Beaune
  • Dijon
  • 29 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94259
  • Genlis
  • Collonges
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Orchamps
  • Ranchot
  • Saint-Vit
  • Dannemarie - Velesmes
  • Besancon Viotte
12h 05m 17h 26m 5h 21m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7518 - TGV INOUI 7218
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h28
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6743
  • Montbard
  • Dijon
  • Dole-Ville
  • Besancon Viotte
13h 42m 19h 26m 5h 44m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7040
  • Paris Nord
  • 2h05
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6745
  • Montbard
  • Dijon
  • Dole-Ville
  • Besancon Viotte
15h 10m 19h 52m 4h 42m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7046
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h00
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6709
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 14 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Viotte
16h 12m 21h 04m 4h 52m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7052
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h05
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Dijon
  • 12 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94229
  • Genlis
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Saint-Vit
  • Besancon Viotte
17h 48m 22h 52m 5h 04m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7534
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h14
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6715
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 10 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Viotte
17h 48m 23h 25m 5h 37m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7534
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h56
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6753
  • Montbard
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Besancon Viotte