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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Pontarlier is to rideshare which costs €9 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Geneve, Gare Routiere and arriving at Pontarlier, gare via Yverdon-les-Bains, gare and Neuchâtel, gare sud. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Pontarlier via Renens VD and Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Geneva to Pontarlier?

The distance between Geneva and Pontarlier is 178 km. The road distance is 106.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Pontarlier without a car is to train via Neuchâtel which takes 3h 29m and costs €40 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Geneva to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Pontarlier bus from?

Geneva to Pontarlier bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Geneve, Gare Routiere station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Pontarlier train from?

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

Train or bus from Geneva to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Geneva to Pontarlier is to train via Neuchâtel which takes 3h 29m and costs €40 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €25 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Geneva to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Geneva to Pontarlier bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Yverdon-les-Bains station.

Where does the Geneva to Pontarlier train arrive?

Geneva to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Renens VD station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Pontarlier is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Geneva to Pontarlier.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 290+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

Can I share a ride from Geneva to Pontarlier?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Geneva and Pontarlier. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Geneva to Pontarlier by train, bus, rideshare, train (TGV), 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 Genève to Renens VDtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Renens VD to Neuchâteltrain Ic5 / ...
3. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain Re9
3h 29m
€43–80
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Genève to Pontarlierrideshare 106.1 km
1h 45m
€9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneve, Gare Routiere to Yverdon-les-Bainsbus
2. Take the bus from Neuchâtel, gare sud to Pontarlier, garebus Ev6
5h 27m
€15–25
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain Ir15 / ...
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Frasnetrain Tgv
3h 48m
€38–92
Drive 106.1 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Pontarliercar 106.1 km
1h 38m
€19–27

Geneva to Pontarlier by train

3Weekly Trains

3h 29mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.9 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Genève to Pontarlier via Renens VD and Neuchâtel in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneve, Gare Routiere to Pontarlier, gare via Yverdon-les-Bains, Yverdon-les-Bains, gare, and Neuchâtel, gare sud in around 5h 27m.

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