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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Switzerland and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Switzerland station to Pontarlier station. However, there are services departing from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station via Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Pontarlier via Zürich HB and Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Pontarlier?

The distance between Switzerland and Pontarlier is 213 km. The road distance is 201.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €60 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Switzerland to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Pontarlier bus from?

Switzerland to Pontarlier bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Pontarlier train from?

Switzerland to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Switzerland to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Pontarlier is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €60 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Switzerland to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Switzerland to Pontarlier bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lausanne Bus Station.

Where does the Switzerland to Pontarlier train arrive?

Switzerland to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bern station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Pontarlier is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Switzerland to Pontarlier.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Berntrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to Pontarliertrain Re9
3h 47m
€61–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lausanne Bus Stationbus : Lyon - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2. Take the bus from Lausanne to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 58m
€24–37
Drive 201.9 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Pontarliercar 201.9 km
2h 35m
€36–51
Train via Neuchâtel
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Neuchâteltrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain Re9
4h 4m
€69–222

Switzerland to Pontarlier by train

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Distance: 212.6 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Pontarlier, France?

You can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Pontarlier via Zürich HB and Bern in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Pontarlier - Bus station via Zürich HB, Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai, Lausanne Bus Station, and Lausanne in around 5h 58m.

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