What is the cheapest way to get from Besançon to Pontarlier?

The cheapest way to get from Besançon to Pontarlier is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Besançon to Pontarlier?

The fastest way to get from Besançon to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 50 min and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Besançon and Pontarlier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from PEM Viotte and arriving at PEM - Gare. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Besançon and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Besançon to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Besancon Viotte and arriving at Pontarlier via Mouchard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Besançon to Pontarlier?

The distance between Besançon and Pontarlier is 63 km. The road distance is 59.1 km.

How do I travel from Besançon to Pontarlier without a car?

The best way to get from Besançon to Pontarlier without a car is to bus which takes 1h 16m and costs €13 - €15.

How long does it take to get from Besançon to Pontarlier?

The bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Gare takes 1h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Besançon to Pontarlier bus from?

Besançon to Pontarlier bus services, operated by Mobigo - Doubs, depart from PEM Viotte station.

Where do I catch the Besançon to Pontarlier train from?

Besançon to Pontarlier train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Besancon Viotte station.

Train or bus from Besançon to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Besançon to Pontarlier is to bus which takes 1h 16m and costs €13 - €15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Besançon to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Besançon to Pontarlier bus services, operated by Mobigo - Doubs, arrive at PEM - Gare station.

Where does the Besançon to Pontarlier train arrive?

Besançon to Pontarlier train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Mouchard station.

Can I drive from Besançon to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Besançon to Pontarlier is 59 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Besançon to Pontarlier.

How do I get a train ticket from Besançon to Pontarlier?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Besançon to Pontarlier?

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 406+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

Can I share a ride from Besançon to Pontarlier?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Besançon and Pontarlier. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Besançon to Pontarlier - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Besançon to Pontarlier by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
1h 16m
€13–15
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Besançon to Pontarlierrideshare 57.5 km
1h 12m
€4
Train
1. Take the train from Besancon Viotte to Mouchardtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Mouchard to Pontarliertrain Ter
2h 31m
€17–34
Drive 59.1 km
1. Drive from Besançon to Pontarliercar 59.1 km
50 min
€10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Besançon to Pontarliertaxi 59.1 km
50 min
€120–150

Besançon to Pontarlier by bus

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Distance: 63 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Besançon, France and Pontarlier, France?

Mobigo - Doubs operates a bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Gare hourly. Tickets cost €13–15 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Besancon Viotte to Pontarlier via Mouchard in around 2h 31m.

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