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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €55 - €90 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 5h 29m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich station to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Munich central bus station and arriving at PEM - Gare via PEM Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Pontarlier via Lindau-Reutin, Rorschach and Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Munich to Pontarlier?

The distance between Munich and Pontarlier is 526 km. The road distance is 500.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 9h 20m and costs €150 - €500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 20m to get from Munich to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Pontarlier bus from?

Munich to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Pontarlier train from?

Munich to Pontarlier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Munich to Pontarlier is to train which takes 9h 20m and costs €150 - €500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €90 and takes 10h 11m.

Where does the Munich to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Munich to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Besançon station.

Where does the Munich to Pontarlier train arrive?

Munich to Pontarlier train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Pontarlier is 501 km. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Munich to Pontarlier.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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There are 7 ways to get from Munich to Pontarlier by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhoftrain 88
2. Take the train from Rorschach to Neuchâteltrain Ic5
3. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain Re9
9h 20m
€151–502
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Besançonbus FlixBus N199
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
10h 11m
€58–89
Drive 500.8 km
1. Drive from Munich to Pontarliercar 500.8 km
5h 29m
€78–113
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)plane MUC - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain
3. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain
6h 53m
€175–488
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from München, ZOB to Basel, Bahnhofbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain Ic51
10h 45m
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MUC - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Neuchâteltrain
3. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain
6h 58m
€177–503
Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane MUC - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausannetrain
3. Take the train from Lausanne to Frasnetrain
8h 12m
€159–434

Munich to Pontarlier by train

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Distance: 526 km
Duration: 9h 20m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Pontarlier, France?

You can take a train from München Hbf to Pontarlier via Lindau-Reutin, Rorschach, and Neuchâtel in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Munich central bus station to PEM - Gare via PEM Viotte in around 10h 11m.

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