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

The cheapest way to get from Nantua to Pontarlier is to drive which costs €20 - €29 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nantua to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Nantua and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Nantua to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Médiathèque and arriving at Andelot via St Claude. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Nantua and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Nantua to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Nurieux and arriving at Pontarlier via Bourg En Bresse and Mouchard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Nantua to Pontarlier?

The distance between Nantua and Pontarlier is 166 km. The road distance is 125.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Nantua to Pontarlier without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs €27 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Nantua to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nantua to Pontarlier bus from?

Nantua to Pontarlier bus services, operated by REGION - cars Région Express, depart from Médiathèque station.

Where do I catch the Nantua to Pontarlier train from?

Nantua to Pontarlier train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bourg En Bresse station.

Train or bus from Nantua to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Nantua to Pontarlier is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs €27 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Nantua to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Nantua to Pontarlier bus services, operated by REGION - cars Région Express, arrive at Saint-Claude station.

Where does the Nantua to Pontarlier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nantua to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Nantua to Pontarlier is 125 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Nantua to Pontarlier.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 398+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

Nantua to Pontarlier - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nantua to Pontarlier by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Médiathèque to Saint-Claudebus X37
2. Take the bus from St Claude to Andelotbus Autocar
5h 25m
€27–45
Drive 125.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Nantua to Pontarliercar 125.4 km
2h 2m
€20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Médiathèque to Saint-Claudebus X37
2. Take the train from St Claude to Andelottrain Ter
5h 51m
€25–47
Train
1. Take the train from Bourg En Bresse to Mouchardtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Mouchard to Pontarliertrain Ter
5h 56m
€37–67

Nantua to Pontarlier by bus and train

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.6 km
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Médiathèque to Pontarlier via St Claude, Andelot, and Andelot in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Esplanade to Pontarlier via Nurieux Gare, Nurieux, Bourg En Bresse, and Mouchard in around 5h 56m.

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