What is the cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne?

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne is to drive which costs SFr 13 - SFr 21 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne?

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 21.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Biel/Bienne?

No, there is no direct train from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Biel/Bienne via Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne?

The distance between Pontarlier and Biel/Bienne is 81 km. The road distance is 84.7 km.

How do I travel from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne without a car?

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 90.

How long does it take to get from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne train from?

Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Pontarlier station.

Where does the Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne train arrive?

Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Neuchatel station.

Can I drive from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne.

How do I get a train ticket from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne?

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Where can I stay near Biel/Bienne?

There are 371+ hotels available in Biel/Bienne.

Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchateltrain Ter
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Biel/Biennetrain Ic5 / ...
1h 20m
CHF 18–89
Drive 84.7 km
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1. Drive from Pontarlier to Biel/Biennecar 84.7 km
1h 17m
CHF 14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchateltrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Neuchâtel, gare sud to Biel/Bienne, Bahnhof/Garebus Ev5 / ...
2h 5m
CHF 32–89

Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne by train

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Distance: 81.1 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Pontarlier, France and Biel/Bienne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Pontarlier to Biel/Bienne via Neuchatel and Neuchâtel in around 1h 20m.

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