Driving from Strasbourg to Besançon
Besançon lies 196 km (122 mi) south-west of Strasbourg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h without stops, over roughly 240 km (149 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Strasbourg | Besançon | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | France | France |
| Population | 274,845 | 128,426 |
| Elevation | 147 m (482 ft) | 300 m (984 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Postal codes | 67000–67999 CEDEX 9 | 25000–25933 CEDEX 9 |
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Staying in Besançon
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Common questions
How far is Besançon from Strasbourg?
196 km (122 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Strasbourg; by road roughly 240 km (149 mi).
How long does it take to get from Strasbourg to Besançon by car?
About 3 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Strasbourg 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.