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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Zermatt is to bus and train which costs SFr 70 - SFr 210 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Zermatt is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 250.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Zermatt?

No, there is no direct train from Pontarlier to Zermatt. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Zermatt via Bern and Visp. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Zermatt?

The distance between Pontarlier and Zermatt is 223 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Zermatt without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Pontarlier to Zermatt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Zermatt train from?

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

Where does the Pontarlier to Zermatt train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Zermatt?

There are 2288+ hotels available in Zermatt.

Pontarlier to Zermatt - 2 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Pontarlier to Zermatt by train or bus

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1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Berntrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bern to Visptrain Ic8 / ...
3. Take the train from Visp to Zermatttrain R41 / ...
4h 21m
CHF 65–242
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Lausannebus
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Visptrain
3. Take the train from Visp to Zermatttrain R41 / ...
5h 3m
CHF 74–208

Pontarlier to Zermatt by train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

CHF 65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.2 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Pontarlier to Zermatt via Bern and Visp in around 4h 21m.

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