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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Pontarlier is to drive which costs €25 - €40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Basel to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Basel, Brausebad and arriving at PEM - Gare via Basel Euroairport FR and PEM Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Pontarlier via Biel/Bienne and Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Basel to Pontarlier?

The distance between Basel and Pontarlier is 155 km. The road distance is 147.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Pontarlier without a car is to train via Neuchâtel which takes 3h 24m and costs €40 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Basel to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Pontarlier bus from?

Basel to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel Euroairport FR station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Pontarlier train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Basel to Pontarlier is to train via Neuchâtel which takes 3h 24m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €55 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Basel to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Basel to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Besançon station.

Where does the Basel to Pontarlier train arrive?

Basel to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Biel/Bienne station.

Can I drive from Basel to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Pontarlier is 147 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Basel to Pontarlier.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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

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

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

Train via Neuchâtel
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Biel/BienneIc51
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to PontarlierRe9
3h 24m
€42–81
Drive 147.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Pontarlier147.1 km
2h 23m
€26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to Besançon099 / ...
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Gare203 / ...
5h 39m
€27–54
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to BernIc6 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to PontarlierRe9
3h 30m
€54–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Biel/BienneIc51
2. Take the bus from Neuchâtel, gare sud to Pontarlier, gareEv6
3h 47m
€32–61

Basel to Pontarlier by train

3Weekly Trains

3h 24mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.5 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Pontarlier via Biel/Bienne and Neuchâtel in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Basel, Brausebad to PEM - Gare via Basel EuroAirport, Abflug, Basel Euroairport FR, and PEM Viotte in around 5h 39m.

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