How far is Nantes from Besançon?

The distance between the two cities is 356 miles (573 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Nantes to Besançon leave from 2 route de Paris and arrive at Gare de la Viotte. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Nantes to Besançon from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Nantes to Besançon on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	4:30pm	4 Route de Paris	12h 5m	4:35am	Gare de la Viotte	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:40am	4 Route de Paris	15h 20m	4:00pm	Gare de la Viotte	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:41 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Nantes to Besançon

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Besançon. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 5mAverage Duration

353 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $76	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$58 - $58	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,293 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

3.5/511,112 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 Nantes and Besançon?

Stops in Nantes

A - 2 route de Paris

B - Nantes Airport

C - Hotel Mercure

D - 10 Allée de la Maison Rouge

E - 15 Rue de Briord

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 Nantes to Besançon by bus

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The cheapest trip from Nantes to Besançon was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nantes to Besançon, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $70 for a bus ticket from Nantes to Besançon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-17.