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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €25 - €50 and takes 8h.

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 49m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Metz station to Pontarlier station. However, there are services departing from Metz - Bus Station and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station via Dijon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

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 34m and costs €75 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Metz - Bus 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 and costs €25 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €190 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Metz to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Metz to Pontarlier bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Dijon 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 49m to drive from Metz to Pontarlier.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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

There are 5 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 Tgvtrain Tgv
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Garebus 203 / ...
5h 34m
€78–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Metz - Bus Station to Dijonbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Dijon to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h
€26–49
Drive 298.9 km
1. Drive from Metz to Pontarliercar 298.9 km
3h 49m
€47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Pontarliertrain Ter
6h 2m
€108–190
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Metz to Basel SBBbus
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Neuchâteltrain
3. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Pontarliertrain Re9
8h 27m
€73–199

Metz to Pontarlier by train and bus

9Weekly Services

5h 34mAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Metz to Pontarlier.

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Distance: 454.7 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Metz - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus station via Dijon in around 8h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metz Ville to Pontarlier via Dijon Ville in around 6h 2m.

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