What is the cheapest way to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier?

The cheapest way to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier?

The fastest way to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Saint-Genis-Pouilly and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Jean Monnet and arriving at PEM Gare via Bourg-en-Bresse and PEM Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Saint-Genis-Pouilly and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Meyrin, CERN and arriving at Pontarlier via Genève, Lausanne and Frasne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier?

The distance between Saint-Genis-Pouilly and Pontarlier is 157 km. The road distance is 102.6 km.

How do I travel from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier without a car?

The best way to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €60 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier bus from?

Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier bus services, operated by REGION - cars Région Ain, depart from Jean Monnet station.

Where do I catch the Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier train from?

Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs €60 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier bus services, operated by REGION - cars Région Ain, arrive at Sncf station.

Where does the Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier train arrive?

Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 401+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain Re33 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Frasnetrain Tgv
4h 38m
€62–108
Drive 102.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarliercar 102.6 km
1h 43m
€17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jean Monnet to Sncfbus A60
2. Take the bus from Bourg-en-Bresse to Besançonbus 720
3. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM Garebus 203 / ...
8h 51m
€30–40
Line 66 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Saint-Genis, théâtre to Genève-Aéroport, gare-Arenabus 66
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Lausannetrain Ic1 / ...
3. Take the train from Lausanne to Frasnetrain Tgv
4h 44m
€57–94

Saint-Genis-Pouilly to Pontarlier by bus, tram, and train

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Distance: 156.5 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Saint-Genis-Pouilly, France and Pontarlier, France?

You can take a bus from Saint-Genis, Lion to Pontarlier via Meyrin, CERN, Meyrin, CERN, Genève, gare Cornavin, Genève, Lausanne, and Frasne in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jean Monnet to PEM Gare via Bourg-en-Bresse and PEM Viotte in around 8h 51m.

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