What is the cheapest way to get from Metz to Besançon?

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Besançon is to rideshare which costs €14 - €17 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Metz to Besançon?

The fastest way to get from Metz to Besançon is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Besançon?

No, there is no direct bus from Metz to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Metz and arriving at Besançon via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Besançon?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Besançon. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Besancon Viotte via Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Metz to Besançon?

The distance between Metz and Besançon is 392 km. The road distance is 256.1 km.

How do I travel from Metz to Besançon without a car?

The best way to get from Metz to Besançon without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs €65 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Metz to Besançon?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Metz to Besançon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Besançon bus from?

Metz to Besançon bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Metz station.

Where do I catch the Metz to Besançon train from?

Metz to Besançon train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Besançon?

The best way to get from Metz to Besançon is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs €65 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €70 and takes 6h.

Where does the Metz to Besançon bus arrive?

Metz to Besançon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Strasbourg station.

Where does the Metz to Besançon train arrive?

Metz to Besançon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv station.

Can I drive from Metz to Besançon?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Besançon is 256 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Metz to Besançon.

How do I get a train ticket from Metz to Besançon?

Book your Metz to Besançon train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Metz to Besançon?

Book your Metz to Besançon bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Besançon?

There are 491+ hotels available in Besançon.

Can I share a ride from Metz to Besançon?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Metz and Besançon. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Metz to Besançon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Metz to Besançon by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, 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 (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte TgvTgv
3h 32m
€67–154
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Metz to Besançon259.5 km
3h 59m
€14–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Metz to StrasbourgN136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg to BesançonN1316 / ...
6h
€19–70
Drive 256.1 km
1. Drive from Metz to Besançon256.1 km
3h 5m
€39–57

Metz to Besançon by train (TGV)

7Weekly Trains

3h 32mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 391.7 km
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Metz, France and Besançon, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Metz Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte Tgv once daily. Tickets cost €65–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Metz to Besançon via Strasbourg in around 6h.

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