Saint-Étienne to Besançon by train
Besançon lies 237 km (147 mi) north-east of Saint-Étienne, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 26 min at the speeds typical of France rail, over roughly 290 km (180 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Saint-Étienne | Besançon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 176,280 | 128,426 |
| Elevation | 529 m (1,736 ft) | 300 m (984 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Gare de Saint-Étienne-Châteaucreux, Gare de Saint-Étienne-La Terrasse, Gare de Saint-Etienne-Bellevue | Besançon-la Mouillère station, Gare de Besançon Rivotte |
| Postal codes | 42000–42969 CEDEX 9 | 25000–25933 CEDEX 9 |
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Common questions
How far is Besançon from Saint-Étienne?
237 km (147 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Saint-Étienne; by road roughly 290 km (180 mi).
How long does it take to get from Saint-Étienne to Besançon by train?
About 1 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Saint-Étienne and Besançon?
No, both are on Europe/Paris at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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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.