Driving from Lyon to Besançon
Besançon lies 189 km (118 mi) north-east of Lyon, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 2 h 53 min without stops, over roughly 231 km (143 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Lyon | Besançon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 520,774 | 128,426 |
| Elevation | 173 m (568 ft) | 300 m (984 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Postal codes | 69000–69998 CEDEX 07 | 25000–25933 CEDEX 9 |
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Staying in Besançon
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Common questions
How far is Besançon from Lyon?
189 km (118 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Lyon; by road roughly 231 km (143 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lyon to Besançon by car?
About 2 h 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lyon and Besançon?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
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.