Besançon to Lugano by train
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Overview: trains from Besançon to Lugano
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Thinking about travelling from Besançon to Lugano by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.
Train cost from Besançon to Lugano
Ready to book tickets from Besançon to Lugano? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:
The cheapest tickets between Besançon and Lugano typically run £52.50.
If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .
If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .
You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.
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Besançon to Lugano departure timetable
On this route, 17 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Besançon at 05:32 and the last leaving at 21:06 during the week.
For weekend travel to Lugano, the earliest departure is at 07:14 and the last one is at 22:35. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 34 minutes.
Besançon to Lugano train duration
Trains on this route travel a distance of 271 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 4 hours and 33 minutes.
When do tickets go on sale between Besançon and Lugano?
You can start planning and booking your trip between Besançon and Lugano 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.
Further insights on trains from Besançon to Lugano
Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Lugano city guide.
FAQs about the train journey from Besançon to Lugano
Want to know more about your journey from Besançon to Lugano? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Besançon and Lugano is 271 kilometres.
The minimum fare on this route is £52.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .
You can start booking tickets for this route 5 months in advance.
The fastest jouney takes 4 hours and 33 minutes.
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