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Mulhouse to Besançon by bus

Besançon lies 113 km (70 mi) south-west of Mulhouse, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 2 h 17 min including stops, over roughly 138 km (86 mi) of road.

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MulhouseBesançon
CountryFranceFrance
Population111,430128,426
Elevation238 m (781 ft)300 m (984 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Europe/Paris)UTC+2 (Europe/Paris)
Postal codes68050 CEDEX 1–68968 CEDEX 925000–25933 CEDEX 9

Where to book buses from Mulhouse to Besançon

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Common questions

How far is Besançon from Mulhouse?

113 km (70 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mulhouse; by road roughly 138 km (86 mi).

How long does it take to get from Mulhouse to Besançon by bus?

About 2 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Mulhouse and Besançon?

No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.