What is the cheapest way to get from Pontoise to La Défense?

The cheapest way to get from Pontoise to La Défense is to drive which costs €3 - €5 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontoise to La Défense?

The fastest way to get from Pontoise to La Défense is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs €35 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Pontoise and La Défense?

No, there is no direct train from Pontoise to La Défense. However, there are services departing from Cergy Préfecture and arriving at La Défense via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Pontoise to La Défense?

The distance between Pontoise and La Défense is 27 km. The road distance is 22.4 km.

How do I travel from Pontoise to La Défense without a car?

The best way to get from Pontoise to La Défense without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs €4 - €6.

How long does it take to get from Pontoise to La Défense?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Pontoise to La Défense, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontoise to La Défense train from?

Pontoise to La Défense train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), depart from Cergy Préfecture station.

Where does the Pontoise to La Défense train arrive?

Pontoise to La Défense train services, operated by Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris), arrive at La Défense station.

Can I drive from Pontoise to La Défense?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontoise to La Défense is 22 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Pontoise to La Défense.

Where can I stay near La Défense?

There are 23315+ hotels available in La Défense.

Pontoise to La Défense - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1233 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontoise to La Défense by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Cergy Préfecture to La Défensetrain A
40 min
€4–6
Line 1233 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hôtel Dieu to Gare de Neuville - Universitébus 1233
2. Take the train from Neuville - Université to La Défensetrain A
59 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontoise to La Défensetaxi 22.4 km
28 min
€35–45
Drive 22.4 km
1. Drive from Pontoise to La Défensecar 22.4 km
28 min
€4–5
Train via Neuilly - Porte Maillot
1. Take the train from Pontoise to Neuilly - Porte Maillottrain C
52 min
€6–12

Pontoise to La Défense by bus and train

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Distance: 26.6 km
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Pontoise, Île-de-France, France and La Défense, Île-de-France, France?

Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris) operates a train from Cergy Préfecture to La Défense every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €4–6 and the journey takes 28 min.

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