What is the cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier?

The cheapest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier?

The fastest way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Basel SBB Station and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at PEM - Gare via PEM Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Basel SBB Station and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Pontarlier via Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier?

The distance between Basel SBB Station and Pontarlier is 154 km. The road distance is 145.4 km.

How do I travel from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier without a car?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €55 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier bus from?

Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier train from?

Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Train or bus from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €55 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Besançon station.

Where does the Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier train arrive?

Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Neuchâtel station.

Can I drive from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier is 145 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier?

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Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain Ic51
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain Re9
3h 24m
€55–174
Drive 145.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel SBB Station to Pontarliercar 145.4 km
2h 22m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Besançonbus FlixBus N199
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
5h 1m
€28–39
Train, line 590 bus
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain Ic51
2. Take the bus from Couvet, gare to Pontarlier, garebus 590
4h 40m

Basel SBB Station to Pontarlier by train

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Distance: 154.5 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Basel SBB Station, Switzerland and Pontarlier, France?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Pontarlier via Neuchâtel in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Basel SBB Station to PEM - Gare via Basel SBB and PEM Viotte in around 5h 1m.

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