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

The cheapest way to get from Valence to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Valence to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs €45 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Valence and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Valence station to Pontarlier station. However, there are services departing from Valence - Central Bus Station and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station via Geneva - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Valence and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Valence to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Valence Ville and arriving at Pontarlier via Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud, Dijon Ville and Frasne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Valence to Pontarlier?

The distance between Valence and Pontarlier is 397 km. The road distance is 305.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Valence to Pontarlier without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 27m and costs €50 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Valence to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valence to Pontarlier bus from?

Valence to Pontarlier bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Valence - Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Valence to Pontarlier train from?

Valence to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud station.

Train or bus from Valence to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Valence to Pontarlier is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs €24 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Valence to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Valence to Pontarlier bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Geneva - Bus Station.

Where does the Valence to Pontarlier train arrive?

Valence to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Dijon Ville station.

Can I drive from Valence to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Valence to Pontarlier is 306 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Valence to Pontarlier.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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Valence to Pontarlier - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Valence to Pontarlier by train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Genevetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 27m
€55–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Valence - Central Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 40m
€24–41
Drive 305.5 km
1. Drive from Valence to Pontarliercar 305.5 km
3h 52m
€49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Frasnetrain Tgv
6h 49m
€80–134
Train, bus via Annecy
1. Take the train from Valence Ville to Annecytrain K21
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus
7h 14m
€70–100

Valence to Pontarlier by train, foot, and bus

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6h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 397.1 km
Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Valence, France and Pontarlier, France?

You can take a bus from Valence - Central Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus station via Geneva - Bus Station in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Valence Ville to Pontarlier via Valence Tgv Rhone-Alpes Sud, Dijon Ville, and Frasne in around 6h 49m.

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