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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Zurich is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Pontarlier and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontarlier station to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier - Bus station and arriving at Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai via Lausanne Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Pontarlier to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Zürich HB via Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Zurich?

The distance between Pontarlier and Zurich is 211 km. The road distance is 202.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Pontarlier to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Zurich bus from?

Pontarlier to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Pontarlier - Bus station.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontarlier to Zurich?

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Zurich is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Pontarlier to Zurich bus arrive?

Pontarlier to Zurich bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lausanne station.

Where does the Pontarlier to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontarlier to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontarlier to Zurich is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Pontarlier to Zurich.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Berntrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bern to Zürich HBtrain Ic81 / ...
2h 41m
CHF 49–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Lausannebus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lausanne Bus Station to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquaibus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
5h 15m
CHF 19–29
Drive 202.9 km
1. Drive from Pontarlier to Zurichcar 202.9 km
2h 37m
CHF 34–49
Train via Neuchâtel
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchateltrain Ter
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Zürich HBtrain Ic5
3h 2m
CHF 53–190

Pontarlier to Zurich by train

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2h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.1 km
Duration: 2h 41m

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

You can take a train from Pontarlier to Zürich HB via Bern in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai via Lausanne and Lausanne Bus Station in around 5h 15m.

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