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Taking the train from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV in 7 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 8 minutes to travel the 3 miles (5 km) from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV by train, although you can get there in as little as 7 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 15 trains per day running on this route. You won’t need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. You'll be hopping on one of SNCF's TER or Intercités trains during your journey, both of which offer comfortable seating and space for luggage.

Train tickets from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV by train

First train

06:09

Last train

22:12

Departure station

École-Valentin

Arrival station

Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV

Journey time

From 7m

Distance

3 miles (5 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train and bus operators

SNCF

École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV train times

Check out the next trains departing from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV for Tuesday 2nd April 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:02 09:12 10m, direct
10:43 10:53 10m, direct
11:38 11:45 7m, direct
12:45 12:53 8m, direct
13:19 13:27 8m, direct
14:17 14:26 9m, direct
15:13 15:20 7m, direct
16:40 16:48 8m, direct
17:15 17:23 8m, direct
18:07 18:15 8m, direct

SNCF trains from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV

You can travel from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV on SNCF trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

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SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).

Cheap train tickets from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté 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 École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté 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 École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté 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 École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV take?

The average journey time by train between École-Valentin and Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV is 8 minutes, with around 15 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 École-Valentin and Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV by train?

The fastest journey time by train from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV is 7 minutes.

Is there a direct train from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV?

Yes, it is possible to travel from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV without having to change trains. There are 15 direct trains from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.

What time does the first train from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV leave?

The first train from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV leaves at 06:09. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV leave?

The last train from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV leaves at 22:12. 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 École-Valentin and Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV by train?

Trains travelling from École-Valentin to Besançon-Franche-Comté TGV cover a distance of around 3 miles (5 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

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