What is the cheapest way to get from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier?

The cheapest way to get from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier is to drive which costs €30 - €45 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier?

The fastest way to get from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Crans-Montana and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Crans-Montana gare and arriving at Pontarlier via Sierre/Siders, Lausanne and Frasne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier?

The distance between Crans-Montana and Pontarlier is 187 km. The road distance is 179.4 km.

How do I travel from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier without a car?

The best way to get from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier without a car is to line 353 bus and train and bus which takes 4h 25m and costs €40 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crans-Montana to Pontarlier train from?

Crans-Montana to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Sierre/Siders station.

Where does the Crans-Montana to Pontarlier train arrive?

Crans-Montana to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Crans-Montana to Pontarlier is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 405+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

Crans-Montana to Pontarlier - 3 ways to travel via train, line 353 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Crans-Montana to Pontarlier by bus, train, train (Trenitalia), or car

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Line 353 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Crans-Montana, Le Mèrignou to Sion, poste/garebus 353
2. Take the train from Sion to Lausannetrain Ec / ...
3. Take the bus from Lausanne to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus
4h 25m
€40–120
Drive 179.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Crans-Montana to Pontarliercar 179.4 km
2h 18m
€31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Sierre/Siders to Lausannetrain Ir95 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Frasnetrain Tgv
4h 54m
€68–216

Crans-Montana to Pontarlier by bus and train

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.2 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Crans-Montana, Switzerland and Pontarlier, France?

You can take a train from Crans-Montana gare to Pontarlier via Sierre/Siders, Lausanne, and Frasne in around 4h 54m.

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