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

The cheapest way to get from Forbach to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forbach to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Forbach and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Forbach to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Gare Routiere and arriving at PEM - Gare via Messegelände, Saarbrücken, Saarbrücken bus station, Strasbourg and PEM Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Forbach and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Forbach to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Forbach(F) and arriving at Pontarlier via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon and Frasne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Forbach to Pontarlier?

The distance between Forbach and Pontarlier is 797 km. The road distance is 309.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Forbach to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs €130 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Forbach to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Pontarlier bus from?

Forbach to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Saarbrücken bus station.

Where do I catch the Forbach to Pontarlier train from?

Forbach to Pontarlier train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Forbach(F) station.

Train or bus from Forbach to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Forbach to Pontarlier is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs €130 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 10h 59m.

Where does the Forbach to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Forbach to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Strasbourg station.

Where does the Forbach to Pontarlier train arrive?

Forbach to Pontarlier train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris l'Est station.

Can I drive from Forbach to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Forbach to Pontarlier is 310 km. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Forbach to Pontarlier.

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

Book your Forbach to Pontarlier train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 351+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forbach to Pontarlier by train (TGV), 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
best
1. Take the train from Forbach(F) to Paris l'Esttrain 82
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Frasnetrain Tgv
6h 58m
€130–261
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Strasbourgbus 011
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Besançonbus 720
3. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
10h 59m
€37–69
Train, bus via Dijon
1. Take the train from Forbach to Metz Villetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Metz - Bus Station to Dijonbus
3. Take the bus from Dijon to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus
9h 57m
€56–87
Drive 309.8 km
1. Drive from Forbach to Pontarliercar 309.8 km
4h 46m
€48–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forbach to Metz Villetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Metz Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte Tgvtrain Tgv
3. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
7h 23m
€92–206

Forbach to Pontarlier by train and foot

14Weekly Services

6h 58mAverage Duration

€130Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Forbach to Pontarlier.

Launch map view

Distance: 797.3 km
Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a train from Forbach(F) to Pontarlier via Paris l'Est, Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Frasne in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gare Routiere to PEM - Gare via Messegelände, Messegelände, Saarbrücken, Brauerstr./Fernbusbahnhof, Saarbrücken, Saarbrücken bus station, Strasbourg, and PEM Viotte in around 10h 59m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.