Bologna to Besançon train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Bologna to Besançon take around 8 hours and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 521 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bologna is scheduled to depart at around  04:41. The last departure is usually at around 22:03 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bologna at around 04:56, with the last train leaving at around 23:03. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 30 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 19 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$179.40.

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 Bologna to Besançon?

The journey between Bologna 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.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

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

The Bologna to Besançon train travel takes about 8 hours and 9 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bologna to Besançon train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Besançon leaving Bologna at around 04:41 and the last train leaving at around 22:03 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bologna at around 04:56, with the final departure at 23:03.