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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix station to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Chamonix Sud Bus Station and arriving at Pontarlier, gare via Geneve, Gare Routiere, Yverdon-les-Bains, gare and Neuchâtel, gare sud. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Pontarlier via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne and Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Pontarlier?

The distance between Chamonix and Pontarlier is 238 km. The road distance is 172.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 3m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Pontarlier bus from?

Chamonix to Pontarlier bus services, operated by Swiss Tours, depart from Chamonix Sud Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Pontarlier train from?

Chamonix to Pontarlier train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, depart from Vallorcine station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs €70 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €50 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Chamonix to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Chamonix to Pontarlier bus services, operated by Swiss Tours, arrive at Geneva Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Pontarlier train arrive?

Chamonix to Pontarlier train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, arrive at Martigny station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Pontarlier is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Chamonix to Pontarlier.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 341+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

Chamonix to Pontarlier - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier by bus, train, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Lausanne479 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to FrasneTgv
6h 3m
€46–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Geneva Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Geneve, Gare Routiere to Yverdon-les-Bains
3. Take the bus from Neuchâtel, gare sud to Pontarlier, gareEv6
7h 37m
€24–47
Train
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
2. Take the train from Martigny to LausanneIr / ...
3. Take the train from Lausanne to NeuchâtelIc5 / ...
4. Take the train from Neuchâtel to PontarlierRe9
6h 17m
€74–159
Drive 172.4 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Pontarlier172.4 km
2h 13m
€27–38

Chamonix to Pontarlier by bus and train

13Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier.

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Distance: 238.3 km
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Pontarlier via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne, and Neuchâtel in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix Sud Bus Station to Pontarlier, gare via Geneve, Gare Routiere, Yverdon-les-Bains, Yverdon-les-Bains, gare, and Neuchâtel, gare sud in around 7h 37m.

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