How far is Grenoble from Besançon?

Grenoble and Besançon are 144 miles (232 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Grenoble to Besançon?

Most of the buses traveling from Grenoble to Besançon leave from Gare de Grenoble and arrive at Gare de la Viotte. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Grenoble to Besançon from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Grenoble to Besançon on November 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:05pm	Grenoble (Oxford)	7h 20m	9:25pm	Gare de la Viotte	Cheapest
		2:00pm	Grenoble (Bus Station)	6h 5m	8:05pm	Gare de la Viotte	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:21 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Grenoble to Besançon

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Besançon. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

144 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $42	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$27 - $42	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,211 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,096 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Grenoble and Besançon?

Stops in Grenoble

A - Gare de Grenoble

B - Condillac-Universités

C - Grenoble

Stops in Besançon

A - Gare de la Viotte

B - Besançon - Rue de Châtillon

C - Besançon

D - Besançon - Parking relais Micropolis

E - La Comtoise

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grenoble to Besançon by bus

How far is Grenoble from Besançon?
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The cheapest trip from Grenoble to Besançon was searched and found on Nov 6, 2025 with a price of $33

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