Besançon to Karlsruhe by train

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Overview: trains from Besançon to Karlsruhe

Find the key information for travelling by train from Besançon to Karlsruhe, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 12:01 View journey
Last train 12:07 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 2hr 40m View journey
Distance (km) 261
Trains / day 4 View all
Cheapest journey US$23.50 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 42m
Train operators 2

Travelling by train from Besançon to Karlsruhe

Ready to travel from Besançon to Karlsruhe by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train travel between Besançon and Karlsruhe: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Besançon to Karlsruhe:

  • Cheapest tickets: US$23.50

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 6 months in advance.

Besançon to Karlsruhe daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Karlsruhe on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 4 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 12:03: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 12:07: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 12:01: departure of first train on weekends

  • 12:06: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 1 minute: frequency of train departures

Train travel time and distance from Besançon to Karlsruhe

Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 40 minutes. The total distance travelled is 261 kilometres.

When do tickets between Besançon and Karlsruhe go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Besançon and Karlsruhe 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Additional information on train travel from Besançon to Karlsruhe

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Karlsruhe city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Besançon to Karlsruhe

Want to know more about your journey from Besançon to Karlsruhe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Besançon to Karlsruhe covers 261 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.