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

The cheapest way to get from Avignon to Pontarlier is to bus via Geneva which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Avignon to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Avignon and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Avignon to Pontarlier station. However, there are services departing from Avignon and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station via Geneva - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Avignon and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Avignon to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Avignon Tgv and arriving at Pontarlier via Lyon Part Dieu and Mouchard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Avignon to Pontarlier?

The distance between Avignon and Pontarlier is 478 km. The road distance is 431 km.

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

The best way to get from Avignon to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 6h 7m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Avignon to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avignon to Pontarlier bus from?

Avignon to Pontarlier bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Avignon station.

Where do I catch the Avignon to Pontarlier train from?

Avignon to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Avignon Tgv station.

Train or bus from Avignon to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Avignon to Pontarlier is to train which takes 6h 7m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus via Geneva, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Avignon to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Avignon to Pontarlier bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Geneva - Bus station.

Where does the Avignon to Pontarlier train arrive?

Avignon to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Avignon to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Avignon to Pontarlier is 431 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Avignon to Pontarlier.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 353+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Mouchardtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Mouchard to Pontarliertrain Ter
6h 7m
€64–174
Bus via Geneva
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Avignon to Geneva - Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 35m
€38–75
Drive 431 km
1. Drive from Avignon to Pontarliercar 431 km
4h 59m
€67–97
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Avignon Centre to Annecytrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 1m
€59–144
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avignon to Besançonbus N720
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to Saint Pierrebus 203
8h 42m
€41–63

Avignon to Pontarlier by train

15Weekly Trains

6h 7mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Avignon to Pontarlier.

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Distance: 478.3 km
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a train from Avignon Tgv to Pontarlier via Lyon Part Dieu and Mouchard in around 6h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Avignon to Pontarlier - Bus station via Geneva - Bus Station in around 7h 35m.

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