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Lille to Besançon train

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Information about the Lille to Besançon train

Travel by train from Lille to Besançon. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lille at 5h 47m and the last at 16h 12m, allowing you to cover the 642 km distance in as little as 4h 44m. Tickets are available from 64€ (1).

Lille to Besançon train best prices

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Monday 17 August
Tuesday 18
Wednesday 19
Thursday 20
Friday 21
Saturday 22
today
84 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 24 August
70 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Tuesday 25
64 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Wednesday 26
64 € (1) OUIGO
The cheapest
OUIGO
Thursday 27
65 € (1) TER
TER
Friday 28
80 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Saturday 29
70 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Sunday 30
80 € (1) OUIGO
OUIGO
Monday 31
83 € (1) MOBIGO
MOBIGO
Tuesday 1st September
Wednesday 2
Thursday 3
Friday 4
Saturday 5 September
98 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 6

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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 from Lille to 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 53m 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 44m.

How many trains run from Lille to Besançon each day?

Every day, 10 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 642 km.

What time is the first train from Lille to Besançon?

Each day, the first Lille to Besançon train departs at 5h 47m.

What time is the last train from Lille to Besançon?

The last train departs Lille at 16h 12m.

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

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

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?

If you want more flexibility on your OUIGO trips and to avoid being caught out by unexpected events, choose our "missed train" and "cancellation" options, in partnership with Allianz Travel.

If you opt for TGV INOUI, you will benefit from luggage storage space in each TGV INOUI carriage. For oversized luggage, consider the home delivery option.

Thanks to the TGV Lyria "Junior & Cie" accompaniment service, your child aged 4 to 14 can travel by train safely, accompanied by professionals during their journey.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

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.

Which companies operate the train from Lille to Besançon?

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

OUIGO

Enjoy low-cost travel from Lille to Besançon with OUIGO Grande Vitesse. OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains are low-cost TGVs that travel at speeds of over 300 km/h. To get the best OUIGO prices, book your ticket from Lille to Besançon in advance!

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What travel classes are available on the Lille to Besançon train?

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

OUIGO

OUIGO are low-cost high-speed trains that will whisk you from Lille to Besançon. There is one class of travel, but you can choose from two different offers.

OUIGO ESSENTIEL

  • Choose and reserve your seat (for a fee)
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • Other services are available for an extra cost.

OUIGO PLUS for just €9 more (free for children under 12)

  • Choose and reserve your seat
  • 1 piece of carry-on luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage
  • A piece of additional or XL luggage
  • OUIFUN (Wi-Fi pack and entertainment portal)
  • Other services are available for an extra cost.

What on-board services are available on the Lille to Besançon train?

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.

OUIGO

  • Exchange your tickets

    You can now change your travel dates, times, or routes directly from the "Tickets" section. If you’ve selected any additional options, they will be retained during the exchange.

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  • Children’s tickets at a fixed rate

    Children under 12 travel for €8 on OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and for €5 on OUIGO Train Classique.

    Learn more
  • Pet

    The pet fare for your OUIGO journeys is €10, whether your pet weighs more or less than 6 kg.

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  • Luggage

    Got an extra or oversized bag? Add the Baggage Option for just €5 when purchasing your ticket.

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  • Text message

    Take the SMS option for only €1 and you'll be informed of any disturbance during your trip

  • Seat with electric socket

    Stay connected ! For only 2€ more you enjoy a seat with an electric socket

  • Quiet place

    For €5 extra, you can reserve a seat in an quiet, adults only area with an electric socket

  • Stroller

    Remember to check the option with the purchase of your ticket and travel without any hassle with your young children

Lille to Besançon train schedule for Monday 24 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 47m 12h 09m 6h 22m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 5102
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 42 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 95804
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Saint-Amour
  • Cousance
  • Lons-Le-Saunier
  • Poligny
  • Arbois
  • Mouchard
  • Arc-Et-Senans
  • Besancon Viotte
5h 52m 11h 07m 5h 15m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7200
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 46 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9261
  • Dijon
  • Dole-Ville
  • Connection: 45 min
  • Dole-Ville
    TER 94211
  • Saint-Vit
  • Besancon Viotte
6h 41m 12h 04m 5h 23m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7002
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 1h04
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6703
  • Dijon
  • Connection: 37 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94213
  • Genlis
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Saint-Vit
  • Besancon Viotte
8h 42m 14h 46m 6h 04m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7016
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 2h04
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9269
  • Dijon
  • Dole-Ville
  • Connection: 17 min
  • Dole-Ville
    TER 94257
  • Orchamps
  • Ranchot
  • Saint-Vit
  • Dannemarie - Velesmes
  • Besancon Viotte
8h 56m 16h 04m 7h 08m TGV INOUI Brussels, TER
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9812
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 17806
  • Saint-Germain-Au-Mont-D'or
  • Villefranche-Sur-Saone
  • Belleville Sur Saone
  • Macon
  • Tournus
  • Chalon-Sur-Saone
  • Chagny
  • Beaune
  • Dijon
  • Connection: 52 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94219
  • Genlis
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Saint-Vit
  • Besancon Viotte
10h 48m 17h 26m 6h 38m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7516
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 2h44
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6743
  • Montbard
  • Dijon
  • Dole-Ville
  • Besancon Viotte
10h 57m 17h 10m 6h 13m TGV INOUI Brussels, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI Brussels 9826 - TGV INOUI 12526
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 12 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 89477
  • Sathonay - Rillieux
  • Les Echets
  • Mionnay
  • Saint-Andre-De-Corcy
  • Saint-Marcel-En-Dombes
  • Villars-Les-Dombes
  • Marlieux - Chatillon
  • Saint-Paul-De-Varax
  • Servas - Lent
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Connection: 07 min
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
    TER 95914
  • Saint-Amour
  • Cousance
  • Lons-Le-Saunier
  • Poligny
  • Arbois
  • Mouchard
  • Arc-Et-Senans
  • Franois
  • Besancon Viotte
12h 58m 19h 09m 6h 11m OUIGO, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    OUIGO 7835
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • Connection: 30 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 95810
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Saint-Amour
  • Cousance
  • Lons-Le-Saunier
  • Poligny
  • Arbois
  • Mouchard
  • Arc-Et-Senans
  • Besancon Viotte
14h 42m 19h 26m 4h 44m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7044
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 1h05
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6745
  • Montbard
  • Dijon
  • Dole-Ville
  • Besancon Viotte
16h 12m 21h 04m 4h 52m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7052
  • Paris Nord
  • Connection: 1h05
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Dijon
  • Connection: 12 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94229
  • Genlis
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Saint-Vit
  • Besancon Viotte