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Paris Lyon Station to Besançon Train Prices and Times

If you're planning to travel from Paris Lyon Station to Besançon, Trip.com has TGV INOUI tickets available for as low as KWD 12.110, with average prices hovering around KWD 33.960. To find the most budget-friendly fares, we suggest looking into split ticketing options.

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Fri, Jul 11
Sat, Jul 12
From KWD 12.110
Sun, Jul 13
From KWD 17.590
Mon, Jul 14
From KWD 17.590
Tue, Jul 15
From KWD 17.590
Wed, Jul 16
From KWD 17.590
Thu, Jul 17

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
08:18 Paris Lyon Station	12:09 Besançon Viotte	3h 51m, Changes required		Find Tickets
08:59 Paris Lyon Station	14:30 Besançon Viotte	5h 31m, Changes required		Find Tickets
10:52 Paris Lyon Station	15:52 Besançon Viotte	5h 0m, Changes required		Find Tickets
10:54 Paris East	15:04 Besançon Viotte	4h 10m, Changes required	DBSNCF	Find Tickets
10:59 Paris Lyon Station	16:44 Besançon Viotte	5h 45m, Changes required		Find Tickets
11:51 Paris Lyon Station	17:46 Paris	5h 55m, Changes required		Find Tickets View More Trains

Paris Lyon Station to Besançon Train Route Details

The train ticket price from Paris Lyon Station to Besançon typically starts at KWD 12.110. The journey averages {durationTime} in travel time and covers about 316 km. SNCF usually run 15 trains daily on this route. To plan your trip in advance, please see our train route table.

First train

08:18

Last train

20:20

Departure station

Paris Lyon Station

Arrival station

Besançon

Journey time

2h 32m

Distance

316 km

Price

From KWD 12.110

Train operators

SNCF, DBSNCF

TGV INOUI and SNCF trains offers

SNCF tickets offer a variety of deals tailored to different age groups, helping you find the perfect discount card or subscription. Due to limited availability and subject to train times and routes, book in advance to access all discounted tickets and maximise your savings with your discount card or subscription.

Take INTERCITÉS night trains

Intercités de Nuit provide cost-effective and efficient overnight travel options. The night trains include 1st class 4-berth couchettes, 2nd class 6-berth couchettes, and reclining seats. Ticket prices begin at €19 for seated places and €29 for berths in both 1st and 2nd class.

SNCF Advantage Card

For a yearly fee of €49, the Carte Avantage provides a 30% discount for adults and a 60% discount for children. It is available in three profiles catered to your needs: Jeune (ages 12-27), Adulte (ages 27-59), and Senior (ages 60 and up).

Book tickets in advance

Booking second-class SNCF tickets 3-4 months ahead can save you an average of 35%. As train fares generally increase over time due to decreasing ticket availability, budget-conscious travellers should book early to get the best deals.

TGV INOUI and SNCF onboard services

Travelling on TGV INOUI trains from Paris Lyon Station to Besançon allows passengers to enjoy a variety of services designed to enhance their travel experience.

Experience a comfortable journey with adjustable seats, power outlets, and free WiFi. Take advantage of retractable shelves for working or dining, and a soft reading light for reading. Luggage storage options include space for heavy or bulky items at the compartment entrance and luggage racks in the lounge for cabin baggage. Families can also travel with ease thanks to a dedicated Family Space.

Differences between first and second class services on TGV INOUI trains are as follows:

First class provides each passenger with an individual electrical outlet, while second class shares one outlet between two passengers.
First class offers increased comfort with rows of three seats instead of four, providing extra legroom.

Paris Lyon Station - Besançon SNCF tickets

When you travel on TGV INOUI trains, you have the option to select from four ticket types: Prem's, Seconde, Première, and Business Première. Each type comes with its own fares, services, and policies for changes and refunds. This enables you to choose the ticket that best fits your travel requirements.

TGV Prem's

Starting from just €15, TGV INOUI Prem's tickets provide the lowest travel fares. They can be exchanged and refunded according to specific terms and conditions, and are available up to four months in advance.

TGV Seconde

Enjoy reasonably priced and flexible travel with Seconde class tickets. You can save up to 35% by booking three months in advance, and tickets are exchangeable or refundable under certain conditions.

TGV Première

For greater comfort and exclusive benefits, book TGV Première class (First class) tickets. Enjoy reclining seats and flexible booking options. Tickets can be exchanged and refunded under certain conditions.

TGV INOUI Business Première

Experience the most premium travel with Business Première tickets. Take advantage of the most flexible fare, offering free, unconditional exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure. Enjoy exclusive services such as lounge access for a relaxing experience.

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