Florence to Besançon by train
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Overview: trains from Florence to Besançon
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Florence to Besançon train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Florence to Besançon by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Florence to Besançon take around 9 hours, covering a distance of approximately 571 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Florence is scheduled to depart at around 04:32. The last departure is usually at around 22:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Florence at around 00:40, with the last train leaving at around 22:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 26 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$348.92.
We think any time is a great time to visit Besançon, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Besançon.
Is there a direct train from Florence to Besançon?
The journey between Florence and Besançon usually involves changes of train.
We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.
How long does it take to travel from Florence to Besançon?
The Florence to Besançon train travel takes about 9 hours, no matter when you leave.
What are the Florence to Besançon train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Besançon leaving Florence at around 04:32 and the last train leaving at around 22:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Florence at around 00:40, with the final departure at 22:25.
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- From Mulhouse to Besançon From CA$15.60
- From Lyon to Besançon From CA$24.70
- From Strasbourg to Besançon From CA$51.35
- From Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Besançon From CA$91.00
- From London to Besançon From CA$242.45
- From Avignon to Besançon From CA$31.85
- From Basel to Besançon From CA$48.75
- From Dole Ville to Besançon From CA$9.75
- From Geneva to Besançon From CA$94.25
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- From Besançon to Mulhouse From CA$34.45
- From Besançon to Lyon From CA$52.00
- From Besançon to Strasbourg From CA$51.35
- From Besançon to London From CA$148.20
- From Besançon to Basel From CA$48.75
- From Besançon to Lons-Le-Saunier From CA$76.05
- From Besançon to Geneva From CA$66.95
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