What is the cheapest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier?

The cheapest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €45 - €75 and takes 7h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier?

The fastest way to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €85 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Gare de Lyon and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arriving at PEM - Gare via PEM Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Gare de Lyon and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Paris Gare De Lyon and arriving at Pontarlier via Frasne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier?

The distance between Gare de Lyon and Pontarlier is 423 km. The road distance is 441.2 km.

How do I travel from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier without a car?

The best way to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €85 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier bus from?

Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where do I catch the Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier train from?

Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Train or bus from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €85 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Besançon station.

Where does the Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier train arrive?

Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Frasne station.

Can I drive from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier is 441 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier.

How do I get a train ticket from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier?

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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There are 4 ways to get from Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Frasnetrain Tgv
3h 57m
€87–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Besançonbus N759
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
7h 47m
€49–73
Drive 441.2 km
1. Drive from Gare de Lyon to Pontarliercar 441.2 km
4h 50m
€69–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dijontrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Besancon Viottetrain Ter
3. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
4h 50m
€131–360

Gare de Lyon to Pontarlier by train (TGV)

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 422.5 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Gare de Lyon, France and Pontarlier, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Frasne every 4 hours. Tickets cost €85–140 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Gare de Lyon to PEM - Gare via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and PEM Viotte in around 7h 47m.

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