The average train between Lausanne and Pontarlier takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Lausanne to Pontarlier. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Lausanne and Pontarlier. The earliest departure is at 7:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lausanne is at 4:19 PM which arrives into Pontarlier at 6:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Pontarlier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.
Lausanne to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lausanne station.
Lausanne to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Frasne station.
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The distance between Lausanne and Pontarlier is 48 km. The road distance is 67 km.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lausanne to Frasne 3 times a day. Tickets cost €24–35 and the journey takes 54 min.
