Train London Besançon
Book a train ticket London - Besançon
Book a train ticket London - Besançon
Train timetable info London-Besançon
| Number routes per day | 8 |
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| Average route time | 7h 08m |
| Shortest route time | 5h 54m |
| First hour of departure | 6h 31m |
| Last hour of departure | 14h 31m |
| Timetables for tomorrow | See |
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What services are offered on board?
On TGV INOUI, enjoy a moment of relaxation and pleasure in a comfortable seat. Attentive and caring, our team looks after your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
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.
If you travel frequently on Eurostar, consider joining the loyalty programme. Benefit from exclusive privileges and earn points redeemable for a wide range of rewards.
If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.
How to buy a cheap train ticket from London to Besançon?
Price of a London – Besançon Train Ticket
Depending on the dates of your train from London to Besançon, the rail operator providing the service, the class selected and any applicable discounts, the price may vary. To find a cheap ticket from London to Besançon, 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 London – Besançon
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 London – Besançon Train
The best way to pay less for your London 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 London 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 London to Besançon and alternative routes
On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Besançon 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 London - Besançon
Eurostar
Travel at top speeds from London to Besançon with Eurostar and enjoy a super-comfy trip: spacious seats, electrical outlets, onboard Wi-Fi and luggage storage without weight restrictions!
TGV INOUI
With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from London to Besançon on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from London 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.
TGV Lyria
Travel from London to Besançon 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!
TER
Travel from London 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.
Classes of rail companies serving London - Besançon
Eurostar
Travel from London to Besançon on board a Eurostar train and enjoy a comfy journey by choosing from one of the three classes according to your needs.
Eurostar Standard
- Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
- Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)
Eurostar Plus
- Spacious reclining seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- On-board drinks, meals, and snacks
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free magazines on board
- 2 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Tickets can be changed free of charge up to 1 hour before departure.
- Tickets refundable up to 7 days before departure (for an extra fee)
Eurostar Premier
- More spacious seats with a power socket
- Space to store your luggage
- Meal served at your seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free magazines on board
- 3 pieces of carry-on luggage + 1 piece of hand luggage
- Access to Eurostar lounges
- Tickets can be changed or refunded up to 48 hours before departure.
TGV INOUI
Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from London 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
TGV Lyria
TGV Lyria operates the journey between London and Besançon. 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
TER
Travel from London 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 London - Besançon
Eurostar
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Online registration
Are you going to London with Eurostar? Do not forget to check in online before boarding.
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Wifi on board
Enjoy free wifi on all Eurostar trains and all travel classes.
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Onboard luggage
One of the benefits of traveling on Eurostar is that there is no weight restriction for your luggage to London. For other Eurostar destinations, you can travel with a maximum of 2 bags per person.
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A comfortable trip
Spacious seats, electrical outlets, all the comfort you need for a peaceful trip.
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Club Eurostar
This loyalty program allows you to enjoy exclusive privileges and accumulate points redeemable for a variety of benefits.
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At table
You have access to the bar-car! What do we serve you today? You can choose from a wide selection.
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Travelers with reduced mobility
Onboard wheelchairs must respect the standards: 75 cm wide, 125 cm high, turning diameter: 150 cm.
TGV INOUI
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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.
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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.
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Travel with a staff that takes care of you
At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
TGV Lyria
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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.
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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.
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Travel at high-speed
Only 3-4 hours between Paris and 5 top cities in Switzerland.
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A comfortable journey
A new fleet of double-decker trains with all the comforts
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Arrive in the city center
Don't waste any time, arrive directly in the heart of the city.
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Best rates
Doubt no longer and leave from €29 to discover Switserland!
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On board catering
"La Table", refined and inventive menus in PREMIERE SIGNATURE. "The Deli", new catering concept in the bar coach.
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Many destinations
Explore Switserland and choose your destination between Geneva, Lausanne, Zurich, Basel, …
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Prepare your journey
Book your tickets up to 6 months in advance
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Disabled acces
In coach 1 or 11, a Première seat is specially reserved for people in wheelchairs.
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Transport your bike
You can take your bike for free and without reservation in the luggage space on the TGV Lyria train.
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Leave in group
Among friends, with other people ... Enjoy the Hi Five offer to discover Switzerland at reduced prices!
TER
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Free dedicated bike area
You can take your bike on board trains for free and with no reservation required (subject to available space)
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PRM access
TER works every day to ensure the best possible experience for passengers with reduced mobility
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Refundable up to the day before departure
All TER tickets are refundable until the day before your trip.
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Plenty of space for your luggage
Bring your luggage on board without any size or weight limits.
Train timetables London-Besançon Saturday 23 May 2026
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Carrier | |
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| 6h 31m | 13h 52m | 6h 21m | EUROSTAR, TGV INOUI | |
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| 7h 31m | 14h 46m | 6h 15m | EUROSTAR, TGV Lyria, TER | |
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| 8h 01m | 17h 44m | 8h 43m | EUROSTAR, TER | |
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| 9h 31m | 19h 09m | 8h 38m | EUROSTAR, TGV Lyria, TER | |
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| 10h 31m | 19h 44m | 8h 13m | EUROSTAR, TER | |
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| 12h 31m | 19h 52m | 6h 21m | EUROSTAR, TGV INOUI | |
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| 13h 31m | 21h 04m | 6h 33m | EUROSTAR, TGV Lyria, TER | |
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| 14h 31m | 21h 25m | 5h 54m | EUROSTAR, TGV INOUI | |
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