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Basel to Pontarlier trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Basel and Pontarlier takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Pontarlier. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 15m
Duration
154 km
Distance
€63
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain train Ic51
  2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain train Re9
3h 24m
€54–157

Basel to Pontarlier train times

Trains run twice daily between Basel and Pontarlier. The earliest departure is at 9:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 9:32 PM which arrives into Pontarlier at 7:55 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 154.5 km
  • Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Pontarlier via Neuchâtel in around 3h 24m.

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