What is the cheapest way to get from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel?

The cheapest way to get from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel?

The fastest way to get from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Besançon and Simplon Tunnel?

No, there is no direct train from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel. However, there are services departing from Besancon Viotte and arriving at Brig via Mouchard and Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel?

The distance between Besançon and Simplon Tunnel is 303 km. The road distance is 271 km.

How do I travel from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel without a car?

The best way to get from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 190.

How long does it take to get from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Besançon to Simplon Tunnel train from?

Besançon to Simplon Tunnel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Besancon Viotte station.

Where does the Besançon to Simplon Tunnel train arrive?

Besançon to Simplon Tunnel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Mouchard station.

Can I drive from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel?

Yes, the driving distance between Besançon to Simplon Tunnel is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel.

How do I get a train ticket from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel?

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Where can I stay near Simplon Tunnel?

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Besançon to Simplon Tunnel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel by train (TGV), bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to MouchardTer
2. Take the train from Mouchard to LausanneTgv
3. Take the train from Lausanne to BrigEc / ...
5h 18m
CHF 93–182
Drive 271 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Besançon to Simplon Tunnel271 km
3h 15m
CHF 45–64
Bus, train via EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport (EAP)
1. Take the bus from Besançon to Basel Euroairport FR099
2. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Bern
3. Take the train from Bern to BrigIc8 / ...
7h 13m
CHF 52–106
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Gare203 / ...
2. Take the train from Pontarlier to BernRe9
3. Take the train from Bern to BrigIc8 / ...
5h 30m
CHF 56–109
Train via Bern
1. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to La Chaux-De-FondsTer
2. Take the train from La Chaux-de-Fonds to Bern
3. Take the train from Bern to BrigIc8 / ...
5h 39m
CHF 55–107

Besançon to Simplon Tunnel by train and foot

7Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

CHF 93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.6 km
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Besançon, France and Simplon Tunnel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Besancon Viotte to Simplon Tunnel via Mouchard, Lausanne, and Brig in around 5h 18m.

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