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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen is to drive which costs SFr 29 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Lauterbrunnen?

No, there is no direct train from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Lauterbrunnen via Bern and Interlaken Ost. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen?

The distance between Pontarlier and Lauterbrunnen is 166 km. The road distance is 164.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen train from?

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

Where does the Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen.

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

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Where can I stay near Lauterbrunnen?

There are 1937+ hotels available in Lauterbrunnen.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Berntrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bern to Interlaken Osttrain Ic81 / ...
3h 33m
CHF 35–72
Drive 164.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnencar 164.8 km
2h 18m
CHF 30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Berntrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Bern, Bahnhof to Interlaken, Rugenparkstrassebus Ev3
5h 20m
Train, line 21 bus
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchateltrain Ter
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Fribourg/Freiburgtrain S21 / ...
3. Take the train from Fribourg/Freiburg to Thuntrain S1
4. Take the bus from Thun, Bahnhof to Interlaken Ost, Bahnhofbus 21
5h 38m
CHF 39–69

Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen by train

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Distance: 165.9 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Pontarlier, France and Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Pontarlier to Lauterbrunnen via Bern and Interlaken Ost in around 3h 33m.

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