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 24m.

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 24m and costs €25 - €40.

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 Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Basel to Pontarlier?

The distance between Basel and Pontarlier is 154 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 which takes 3h 24m and costs €40 - €75.

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 train from?

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

Where does the Basel to Pontarlier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basel to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Pontarlier is 147 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m 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?

There are 350+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

Basel to Pontarlier - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 590 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Pontarlier by train, car, or bus

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 Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain Ic51
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain Re9
3h 24m
€41–74
Drive 147.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Pontarliercar 147.1 km
2h 24m
€26–37
Train, line 590 bus
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain Ic51
2. Take the bus from Couvet, gare to Pontarlier, garebus 590
4h 40m
€29–52

Basel to Pontarlier by train

21Weekly Trains

3h 24mAverage Duration

€41Cheapest 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 Neuchâtel in around 3h 24m.

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