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 €25 - €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 €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Pontarlier, gare via Geneve, Gare Routiere, Yverdon-les-Bains, gare and Neuchâtel, gare sud. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 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 228 km. The road distance is 172.5 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 train via Neuchâtel which takes 6h 17m and costs €75 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m 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 FlixBus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) 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 via Neuchâtel which takes 6h 17m and costs €75 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €50 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Chamonix to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Chamonix to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Geneva 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 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Chamonix to Pontarlier.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 346+ 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 train (Trenitalia), 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 Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re
2. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir / ...
3. Take the train from Lausanne to Neuchâteltrain Ic5 / ...
4. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain Re9
6h 17m
€77–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Genevabus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneve, Gare Routiere to Yverdon-les-Bainsbus
3. Take the bus from Neuchâtel, gare sud to Pontarlier, garebus Ev6
8h 37m
€25–48
Drive 172.5 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Pontarliercar 172.5 km
2h 13m
€26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re
2. Take the train from Martigny to Lausannetrain Ir / ...
3. Take the train from Lausanne to Frasnetrain Tgv
6h 31m
€66–142

Chamonix to Pontarlier by train

3Weekly Trains

6h 17mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier.

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Distance: 227.8 km
Duration: 6h 17m

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, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Pontarlier, gare via Geneve, Gare Routiere, Yverdon-les-Bains, Yverdon-les-Bains, gare, and Neuchâtel, gare sud in around 8h 37m.

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