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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Pontarlier is to bus via Lyon which costs €17 - €35 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Pontarlier station. However, there are services departing from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station via Geneva - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Pontarlier via Mouchard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Lyon to Pontarlier?

The distance between Lyon and Pontarlier is 252 km. The road distance is 205.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €35 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Lyon to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Pontarlier bus from?

Lyon to Pontarlier bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Pontarlier train from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Lyon to Pontarlier is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €35 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Lyon to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Lyon to Pontarlier bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Geneva - Bus station.

Where does the Lyon to Pontarlier train arrive?

Lyon to Pontarlier train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Mouchard station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Pontarlier is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Lyon to Pontarlier.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Pontarlier?

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lyon to Pontarlier by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Mouchardtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Mouchard to Pontarliertrain Ter
4h 2m
€36–90
Bus via Lyon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Genevabus FlixBus N1149 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 5m
€18–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Geneva - Bus stationbus
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 50m
€20–40
Drive 205.3 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Pontarliercar 205.3 km
2h 49m
€33–47

Lyon to Pontarlier by train

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4h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.6 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Pontarlier via Mouchard in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus station via Geneva - Bus Station in around 4h 50m.

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