The average train between Forbach and Pontarlier takes 10h 23m and the fastest train takes 7h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Forbach 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.
Trains run 3 times a day between Forbach and Pontarlier. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Forbach is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Pontarlier at 11:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Metz Ville and take an average of 10h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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13h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Forbach to Pontarlier? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Forbach to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Forbach station and arriving at Pontarlier station via Metz Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.
Forbach to Pontarlier train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Forbach station.
Forbach to Pontarlier train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Frasne station.
Book your Forbach to Pontarlier train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Forbach and Pontarlier is 257.2 km. The road distance is 664 km.
You can take a train from Forbach to Pontarlier via Metz Ville, Dijon Ville, and Frasne in around 8h 7m.