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Travelling from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train

Looking to travel from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 10 hours 11 minutes to travel from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 5 hours 1 minute though. You'll usually find 6 trains per day running along the 117 miles (189 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV.

If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.

Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train

First train

10:44

Last train

21:11

Departure station

Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV

Arrival station

Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Journey time

From 5h 1m

Distance

117 miles (189 km)

Frequency

6 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train and bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus

Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV train times

Check out the next trains departing from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV for Tuesday 30th April 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:44 14:47 5h 3m, 2 changes
13:44 18:45 5h 1m, 2 changes
16:58 05:52 12h 54m, 2 changes
17:42 05:52 12h 10m, 3 changes
18:25 09:52 15h 27m, 6 changes
19:19 09:52 14h 33m, 7 changes

Cheap train tickets from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV take?

The average journey time by train between Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV and Lyon St-Exupéry TGV is 10 hours and 11 minutes, with around 6 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV and Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV is 5 hours and 1 minute.

Is there a direct train from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV?

No, there are no direct train services from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV. Travelling from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV leave?

The first train from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV leaves at 10:44. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV leave?

The last train from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV leaves at 21:11. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV and Lyon St-Exupéry TGV by train?

Trains travelling from Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV to Lyon St-Exupéry TGV cover a distance of around 117 miles (189 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Lyon St-Exupéry TGV to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV.

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