Travelling from Besançon to Basel by train

Want to know how to get from Besançon to Basel by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Besançon to Basel take around 1 hour and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 126 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Besançon is scheduled to depart at around  05:32. The last departure is usually at around 22:35 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Besançon at around 07:14, with the last train leaving at around 21:08. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 38 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$45.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Basel, 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 Basel.

Is there a direct train from Besançon to Basel?

The journey between Besançon and Basel usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Besançon to Basel every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Besançon to Basel?

The Besançon to Basel train travel takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Besançon to Basel train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Basel leaving Besançon at around 05:32 and the last train leaving at around 22:35 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Besançon at around 07:14, with the final departure at 21:08.