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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Pontarlier is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Metz to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Metz and arriving at PEM - Gare via Strasbourg and PEM Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Pontarlier via Dijon Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Metz to Pontarlier?

The distance between Metz and Pontarlier is 455 km. The road distance is 298.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Pontarlier without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 37m and costs €80 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Metz to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Pontarlier bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Metz to Pontarlier train from?

Metz to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Metz to Pontarlier is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs €30 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €220 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Metz to Pontarlier bus arrive?

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

Where does the Metz to Pontarlier train arrive?

Metz to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Dijon Ville station.

Can I drive from Metz to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Pontarlier is 299 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Metz to Pontarlier.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 343+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Metz to Pontarlier by train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Besancon-Franche Comte TgvTgv
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Gare203 / ...
5h 37m
€80–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Metz to Strasbourg834
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Besançon720
3. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Gare203 / ...
8h 6m
€32–81
Drive 298.9 km
1. Drive from Metz to Pontarlier298.9 km
3h 46m
€46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Dijon VilleTgv
2. Take the train from Dijon Ville to PontarlierTer
6h 2m
€70–213

Metz to Pontarlier by train and bus

10Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

€80Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Metz to Pontarlier.

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Distance: 454.8 km
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Metz to PEM - Gare via Strasbourg and PEM Viotte in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metz Ville to Pontarlier via Dijon Ville in around 6h 2m.

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