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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. 10 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Lille at 5h 46m and the last at 15h 56m, allowing you to cover the 633 km distance in as little as 4h 41m. Tickets are available from 60€ (1).

Best prices Lille-Besançon

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Monday 18 May
Tuesday 19
Wednesday 20
Thursday 21
today
169 € (1) TGV INOUI
TGV INOUI
Saturday 23 May
80 € (1) TER
TER
Sunday 24
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
80 € (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
87 € (1) TER
TER
Saturday 13
71 € (1) TER
TER
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 38m 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 41m.

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 633 km.

What time is the first train from Lille to Besançon?

Each day, the first Lille to Besançon train departs at 5h 46m.

What time is the last train from Lille to Besançon?

The last train departs Lille at 15h 56m.

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?

Travel with OUIGO in peace and comfort. With OUIGO ESSENTIEL, you can enjoy a solo, quiet seat for 7 euros extra. With OUIGO PLUS, you can choose your seat anywhere on the train.

If you take a TGV INOUI, you can stay connected, thanks to free Wi-Fi access for everyone. The portal gives you access to a world of services and content, such as press offers, entertainment, and online ordering in the bar carriage.

Because transport is a service for everyone, on TGV Lyria, in carriages 1 or 11, you will have a PREMIÈRE class seat specially reserved for wheelchair users.

All our TER trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility: use the Assist'enGare service, the free station welcome and assistance service for TER trains.

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.

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Lille to Besançon on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Lille to Besançon: 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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Classes of rail companies serving Lille - Besançon

To travel from Lille to Besançon, 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 Lille to Besançon and choose from a selection of classes.

2nd Class

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

1st 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

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.

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.

Train timetables Lille-Besançon Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
5h 46m 12h 09m 6h 23m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 5102
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 42 min
  • Lyon Part Dieu
    TER 95804
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • Saint-Amour
  • Cousance
  • Lons-Le-Saunier
  • Poligny
  • Arbois
  • Mouchard
  • Arc-Et-Senans
  • Besancon Viotte
7h 12m 12h 27m 5h 15m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7006
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h02
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6703
  • Montbard
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • 40 min
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Ecole-Valentin
  • Besancon Viotte
8h 12m 13h 17m 5h 05m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7014
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h04
  • 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
9h 10m 13h 52m 4h 42m TGV INOUI
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7020
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h03
  • 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
10h 14m 16h 09m 5h 55m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7026
  • Paris Nord
  • 57 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9773
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
  • 10 min
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
    TER 95912
  • Saint-Amour
  • Cousance
  • Lons-Le-Saunier
  • Poligny
  • Arbois
  • Mouchard
  • Arc-Et-Senans
  • Besancon Viotte
10h 53m 17h 10m 6h 17m TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI vers Bruxelles 9826 - TGV INOUI 12526
  • Aeroport Charles De Gaulle 2 Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Lyon Part Dieu
  • 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
  • 07 min
  • Bourg-En-Bresse
    TER 95914
  • Saint-Amour
  • Cousance
  • Lons-Le-Saunier
  • Poligny
  • Arbois
  • Mouchard
  • Arc-Et-Senans
  • Franois
  • Besancon Viotte
11h 12m 17h 44m 6h 32m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7030
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h15
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TER 17775
  • Sens
  • Joigny
  • Laroche - Migennes
  • Saint-Florentin - Vergigny
  • Tonnerre
  • Nuits Sous Ravieres
  • Montbard
  • Les Laumes - Alesia
  • Dijon
  • 15 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94261
  • Genlis
  • Collonges
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Orchamps
  • Ranchot
  • Saint-Vit
  • Dannemarie - Velesmes
  • Besancon Viotte
13h 31m 19h 44m 6h 13m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Lille Flandres
    TGV INOUI 7038
  • Paris Nord
  • 51 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TER 17777
  • Sens
  • Joigny
  • Laroche - Migennes
  • Saint-Florentin - Vergigny
  • Tonnerre
  • Nuits Sous Ravieres
  • Montbard
  • Les Laumes - Alesia
  • Dijon
  • 15 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94265
  • Genlis
  • Collonges
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Orchamps
  • Ranchot
  • Saint-Vit
  • Dannemarie - Velesmes
  • Besancon Viotte
15h 11m 19h 52m 4h 41m 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
15h 56m 21h 04m 5h 08m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, TER
Booking
  • Lille Europe
    TGV INOUI 7226
  • Arras
  • Paris Nord
  • 1h06
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Dijon
  • 12 min
  • Dijon
    TER 94229
  • Genlis
  • Auxonne
  • Dole-Ville
  • Saint-Vit
  • Besancon Viotte