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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €16 - €35 and takes 4h 50m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Pontarlier station. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station via Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Pontarlier via Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Zurich to Pontarlier?

The distance between Zurich and Pontarlier is 195 km. The road distance is 201.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €65 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Zurich to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Pontarlier bus from?

Zurich to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Pontarlier train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Zurich to Pontarlier is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €65 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €35 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Zurich to Pontarlier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zurich to Pontarlier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Pontarlier?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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Zurich to Pontarlier - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 590 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Pontarlier by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Neuchâteltrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain Re9
3h 22m
€66–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lausannebus 3909
2. Take the bus from Lausanne to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 50m
€17–34
Drive 201.9 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Pontarliercar 201.9 km
2h 35m
€37–53
Train via Bern
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Berntrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to Pontarliertrain Re9
3h 28m
€69–101
Train, line 590 bus
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Neuchâteltrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Couvet, gare to Pontarlier, garebus 590
4h 38m

Zurich to Pontarlier by train

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Distance: 195.4 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Pontarlier via Neuchâtel in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus station via Lausanne in around 4h 50m.

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